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DWD, Dolphin Wear is located in Antibes marina neighborhood, within close proximity to Europe's Largest Marina, Port Vauban, which has over 1800 berths. Contained within Port Vauban is 'The International Yacht Club of Antibes' which holds a unique position by being able to accommodate some of the largest yachts in the world, with 19 berths that can house yachts of over 100 meters in length. This ideal location, in the very heart of the Mediterranean's yachting trade industry, helps DWD, keep its finger on the pulse of the industry and assists in offering its customers as much convenience as possible.

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• Address : To view the latest uniform display, for a fitting or to buy uniform directly:

12 bis Boulevard d’Aguillon, 06600, Antibes, France

GPS Coordinates:  43°34’59.298’’ N / 7° 7’30.081’’E

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Monday to Friday  9am -12:30 & 1:30pm - 5:00pm

We are only closed annually 2 weeks for Christmas Holidays

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5 Avenue Mirabeau, 06600, Antibes (Opposite Freedom Maritime)

GPS Coordinates: 43°34’56.103’’N / 7° 7’ 18.981’’E

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For three decades, Sea Design has been the leading supplier of high quality embroidery for the yachting industry and local businesses, providing our services across the Cote d'Azur and beyond.

Equipped with the latest embroidery technology, our machines are capable of high volume quantities without compromising on quality, as well as offering a wide range of colours and styles to create even the most intricate designs.

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Sea Design has been supplying customers with industry-leading uniforms for over 30 years, producing an extensive range of personalised clothing, accessories, and branded objects. We've built strong relationships with our international client base because we take the time to understand their requirements, whether it's for a new build project, a redesign to signify new ownership or an ad-hoc refresh.

Sea Design is the obvious choice for your crew uniform and accessory needs. If you're interested in learning more about the services we offer, or if you'd like to discuss your yacht crew uniform requirements, don't hesitate to get in contact with our friendly team of professionals today!

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" I have been using Sea Design for our crew uniform and guest giveaway clothing for a few years now and can happily say that I'll never look back! The team are so helpful and responsive and know exactly what I'm looking for each time. They have always been patient and understanding of any large or last minute requests I've made and always pulled through! I highly recommend them! Thanks so much for everything Christine, Helen and the rest of the Sea Design Team!"

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"As a former Chief Stew who used Sea Design on many occasions I decided to reach out again since going land based and opening my own company, Compass Rose Crew, and this time I got to deal with the lovely Thelma. She went above and beyond to help us find what we were looking for and as usual the Sea Design team delivered exactly what we wanted. Thanks again and I look forward to working with you for years to come!"

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"Having worked with a various yacht uniform suppliers this company has by far been the easiest and friendliest company to work with. They were very adaptable and patient with our requests and always replied within 48 hours. I communicated mostly with Farah who was a saviour as we had to order all new uniform mid season. She handled our crazy demands incredibly professionally and was always very helpful. I couldn't recommend this company enough !!"

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THE STORY OF SEA DESIGN

Sea Design was created in 1989 by its founder, Helen MacLeod. 32 years later, Helen continues to remain at the helm of Sea Design. Supported by its experienced team, Sea Design remains one of the leading super yacht uniform providers.

The company strives to find the best quality garments, either through popular brands or their own label. Constantly looking for new and innovative clothing and also suggesting new ways of personalizing them, through their in-house embroidery and printing departments.

Sea Design was created in 1989 by its founder, Helen MacLeod. 34 years later, Helen continues to remain at the helm of Sea Design. Supported by its experienced team, Sea Design remains one of the leading super yacht uniform providers.

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Sea Design is one of the leading distributors of superyacht crew uniforms and clothing in the Mediterranean. Based on the Côte DʼAzur, it has designed, manufactured and distributed stylish uniforms for over 25 years, meeting all custom requirements.

Headquartered in the yachting hub of Antibes, and serving yachts in the Mediterranean and beyond, Sea Design is a leading distributor of yacht crew clothes and uniforms in the superyacht industry. Priding itself on the manufacture of yacht outfits and crew uniforms that are both stylish and modern whilst being practical and comfortable to wear, Sea Design provides style and service that is delivered on time and within budget.

As one of the superyacht industry's favourite stores for yacht clothes and uniforms, Sea Design produces a range of yachtwear, including clothing for all occasions, crew jobs and weather conditions.

Formal wear

Having good quality, smart formal wear as yacht crew is essential for maintaining high standards on board. Sea Design produces a range of shirts and blouses for both men and women and a selection of dresses and jumpsuits.

Yacht shirts and blouses

Due to popular demand, its pilot shirts are made from a quality cotton/stretch fabric and manufactured in Europe to a very high standard. It supplies men’s plain shirts or ones with chest pockets, as well as women’s blouses, in both black or white. Custom shirts can also be produced.

Dresses and jumpsuits

Dresses have now become a standard piece for many stewardesses, adding elegance to the interior space. Sea Design’s dresses are designed to fit all shapes and sizes and are available in custom colours.

Casual wear

For daytime wear and on-shore trips, it’s important to have high-quality casual wear suitable for a range of activities.

Polo shirts

Colour, fabric and cut are important considerations when buying yacht crew polo shirts. Due to their easy care and fast drying properties, Sea Design’s synthetic fabrics are very popular. It offers polo shirts in a quality range of cotton, fast dry, classic and sporty styles. Sea Design participated in a Yachting Pages Tried & Tested article in which captains and crew voted for the best yacht crew polo shirts.

A high-quality t-shirt is often a great alternative to the traditional polo shirt. It offers a lighter, cooler option whilst maintaining a sleek uniform look. Sea Design produces a range of customised t-shirts through printing and embroidery. After taking part in an impartial Yachting Pages Tried & Tested article , captains and crew rated Sea Design’s t-shirts very highly.

Having good-quality trousers on board are essential for any yacht crew. The Hydra Collection by Sea Design consists of yachting pants for men and women in a practical, fast-dry fabric. In silver, grey, navy, graphite, beige or black, they complement its range of shorts and skorts.

Shorts and skorts

Sea Design’s shorts and skorts continues to evolve comfort and style. The fast-dry, easy-care fabric ensure they are both practical and elegant. The Hydra shorts has two handy cargo pockets, whereas the new Henry Easy Care is great for more formal looks.

Fitness has become an important factor for yacht crew and guests. Sea Design produces a range of tops, shorts, legging and tracksuits in high-quality sportwear materials, suitable for a variety of different sports and activities. Available in numerous colours for both men and women, Sea Design’s sportswear ensures quality clothing for workouts.

For deckhands and exterior crew, having stylish, quality rash vests and board shorts is essential. Providing excellent sun protection, Sea Design’s rash vests are popular among crew and guests for swimming activities.

Outerwear and foul weather wear

Sea Design’s coats and jackets are available with or without fleece lining for all-year-round comfort, and a range of colours and styles. In the event of foul weather, it’s important crew are wearing the right clothing. Sea Design supplies foul weather gear from a range of popular, reputable brands such as Musto, Helly Hansen, Slam and Gill.

Whether you prefer traditional cotton chef wear or new breathable synthetic fabrics, Sea Design has a large choice of women's and men’s chef clothing. It also supplies comfortable and practical chef footwear.

Workwear and overalls

Sea Design supplies a range of stylish and practical workwear brands, including Diadora, Snickers and Dickies. The range includes overalls, bibs and braces, and the fast-dry cargo pants and is perfect for the engine room or on deck.

With a wide range of brands available, Sea Design is a leading provider of superyacht yacht shoes. Supply a range of boat shoes for men and women, as well as yacht loafers, Sea Design is one of the go-to brand for yacht footwear. It participated in an exclusive Yachting Pages Tried & Tested article in which captains and crew voted for the best deck shoes.

Accessories

Headgear is now considered essential for any deck crew. Made of UV protection with wide brims, Sea Design’s hats offer the maximum protection from the sun’s glare. It also produces sun hats for owners and guests. Crew and guest hats are practical and stylish, and they are available to purchase in hundreds of styles and colours.

Charter guest gifts

Sea Design offers a vast range of high-quality, personalised guest items. Customers can discuss ideas with its sales team who work with designers to suggest items and logo placements. Popular items include t-shirts, caps, umbrellas, water bottles, beach bags, cooler bags and much more!

Uniforms for new-build superyachts

Sea Design can provide full crew uniforms for new-build superyacht projects , working with clients to ensure the final product exceeds all expectations. It can provide samples of a client’s final choice to ensure there are no unpleasant surprises when the final order is received. Having worked across a number of new-build projects, Sea Design recognises that yacht uniforms must be comfortable for those who wear it but also demonstrate the professionalism and feel of the superyacht it represents.

Contact Sea Design today for custom yacht crew clothing and uniforms.

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Yacht crew uniforms by Marina Yacht Wear are revolutionizing the yachting industry with our collection of ecological crew wear designed exclusively for yacht crews.

Our mission is to elevate the yachting experience by transforming traditional workwear into practical luxury wear for all crews! At Marina Yacht Wear, we understand the unique demands that yacht crew members face every day.

 Whether they are working on the deck or below deck, our collection provides the perfect blend of style, comfort, and functionality. We believe that yacht crew members deserve the best, which is why we collaborate closely with them to create a cohesive and luxury collection that meets all their yachting needs. Our stylish and easy-care collection is not just about fashion; it’s about performance.

 We design our own brand in-house at our studio in Nice, ensuring that every piece of clothing is tailored to perfection. Our team of skilled designers and textile experts carefully selects innovative technical fabrics that are breathable, stretchable, wrinkle-free, stain and water-resistant, quick-drying, and rated UPF 50 for built-in sun protection. 

When it comes to yacht crew uniforms, we understand that quality is non-negotiable. That’s why Marina Yacht Wear is a leading name in the industry, trusted by crews all over the world. 

Our range of services goes beyond just clothing. We provide templates and mock-ups for personalized uniforms, ensuring that each crew member looks and feels their best while representing their yacht. In addition to our smart and functional apparel, we also offer a range of casual wear for those moments when crew members want to relax and unwind. 

From liquid-resistant gear for the deck to cozy clothing for those cooler seasons, Marina Yacht Wear has it all. We take pride in our commitment to sustainability. Our ecological crew wear reflects our dedication to protecting the environment while meeting the highest standards of quality and performance.

With Marina Yacht Wear, you not only get the best in yacht crew uniforms, but you also contribute to a more sustainable yachting industry. In conclusion, Marina Yacht Wear stands as a beacon of excellence in the world of yacht crew uniforms. Our dedication to innovation, quality, and ecological consciousness sets us apart from other brands in the industry. Experience the difference for yourself and elevate your yachting experience with Marina Yacht Wear.

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Our Yacht Crew Uniforms is committed to sustainability without compromising on luxury. We take pride in crafting uniforms made from technical engineered recycled and organic fabrics. These materials not only provide exceptional comfort and performance but also reduce our environmental footprint. By choosing our uniforms, yacht crews can enjoy the best of both worlds: high-end fashion and eco-consciousness.

At Our Yacht Crew Uniforms, we believe in transparency and responsibility throughout our supply chain. We meticulously source, produce, and develop our entire collection in ethical and sustainable conditions that adhere to all European labor laws. This commitment ensures that the uniforms we provide are not only eco-friendly but also ethically produced, aligning with the values of responsible yachting.

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Market days are a way of life in Provence and the Cote d'Azur. They originated in the 12th century, when farmers and craftsmen would come to nearest town to sell their wares, or engage in bartering agreements.

Not much has changed since those days - the market is still the place to come for locally grown produce of all shapes and sizes.

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You can expect to find two common types of market in the Antibes region, the farmers market and the Provençal market.

The farmers market This is where you'll find the fruit and vegetable of the local region on sale, plus meat from the butcher, bread and cakes from the baker, cheeses, herbs and spices. Anything to do with food really! This is the kind of market that all the larger villages offer. Prices tend to be higher than you would find in the supermarket, but the taste and the quality of market-bought goods simply does not compare. The climate in Provence lends itself so beautifully to farming that much of the produce in the market is organically grown and likely to have been picked the day before.

The Provençal market (Marché Provençal) These markets tend to be much larger, with all the fresh produce described above, with the addition of clothing, fabrics (napkins and tablecloths are most popular), ceramics and other local crafts, costume jewellery, leather goods, the list goes on...

Flea markets Flea markets are also popular - they are known as Marché aux Puces or La Brocante (secondhand goods). They tend to occur once a month at selected locations, usually on a Sunday.

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Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia’s capital

There’s hardly a better way to absorb Moscow’s atmosphere than on a ship sailing up and down the Moskva River. While complicated ticketing, loud music and chilling winds might dampen the anticipated fun, this checklist will help you to enjoy the scenic views and not fall into common tourist traps.

How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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