Kara Hugglestone, Author at Sail Couture

Rolex Big Boat Series 2016: Big Boats, Big Fleets, Big Fun

by Kara Hugglestone

The West Coast’s premier sailing event serves up a big helping of the best of the sailing lifestyle. The Rolex Big Boat Series hosted by the St. Francis Yacht Club is the West Coast’s premiere yachting event—on and off the water. The 2016 edition boasted the largest fleet ever: 120 boats in 11 classes including [...] View Post

Lifestyle Sailing

The Big Boats Return to Rolex Big Boat Series

by Kara Hugglestone

The St. Francis Yacht Club hosts 140 days of racing per year, but September’s annual Rolex Big Boat Series is the premier event on the calendar. September in San Francisco means one thing to sailors, regatta fans, and lovers of the sailing lifestyle: Rolex Big Boat Series at the St. Francis Yacht Club. This year, [...] View Post

Sailing

Rolex Big Boat Series: A Regatta 50 Years in the Making

by Kara Hugglestone

There are many reasons to love the Rolex Big Boat Series, which celebrated its 50th Anniversary this year. The caliber of sailors and boats, the array of classes, the sheer beauty of sails against San Francisco’s landmark backdrops; it’s a regatta not to be missed. Farr 40s approaching the Golden Gate Bridge in a bit [...] View Post

Sailing

Rolex Farr 40 Worlds: Sailing Elite Take on SF Bay

by Kara Hugglestone

Nearly a year after the America’s Cup in San Francisco the world’s best sailors were again in town for the prestigious Rolex Farr 40 World Championship. the best in one-design racing, photo: sail couture top-tier fleet racing matched by san francisco’s beauty, photo: sail couture farr 40s with the golden gate bridge as backdrop, photo: [...] View Post

Fashion

Sail Couture Holiday Gift Guide!

by Kara Hugglestone

Still searching for that special something for the stylish sailor on your list? Fear not, sail couture is here with some suggestions sure to please! One of my favorite gifts to give or receive is the iconic Mariniere, the original striped French sailors’ shirt favored by so many chic people over the years. When you sport [...] View Post

Fashion Lifestyle

Sail Couture Holiday Gift Guide 2022

by Kara Hugglestone

Few things are as satisfying as giving the perfect gift, something truly special that will be treasured. This year we searched out unique gifts for the special sailor on your list and some even have a Sail Couture discount! north37 designs imports one-of-a-kind sailbags from boutique companies in France. 727 sailbags messenger and sam bags [...] View Post

Fashion Lifestyle

Sail Couture Holiday Gift Guide – by Sailor Personality

by Kara Hugglestone

Is your sailor a racer or cruiser, fashionista, techie, or more traditional? This year we organized our gift guide by personality and passion. Read on to find the perfect gift for your sailor… The Racer Gill’s stylish new Coastal Racer Jacket has all the features of a coastal jacket, yet the ease of movement racing [...] View Post

Fashion Lifestyle Sailing

Sailing into a Dream: The Corsica Classic 5th Edition

by Kara Hugglestone

The 5th Edition of the Corsica Classic that took place August 22-30th is far away my favorite one. Aboard Oiseau de Feu ©Katia Kulawick-Assante The official Corsica Classic Polo by Lacoste, from the “Marine Alphabet” line ©Lacoste Sebago, always on the dock(side) ©Sebago Probably because the casting was fantastic, probably because the week was made [...] View Post

Fashion

Sailing Gear Review: Helly Hansen Head to Toe

by Kara Hugglestone

As fans of Helly Hansen’s mix of comfort, function and style, we were pleased to review this collection of gear for almost any sailing condition. The Helly Hansen Crew Coastal Jacket 2’s sleek design and ability to tame San Francisco’s weather won over Kira Maixner. It’s kept her dry and warm during her active sailing [...] View Post

Lifestyle Sailing

A Day Aboard the Elegant J Class Hanuman

by Kara Hugglestone

Checking a box off the bucket list sailing aboard Jim & Kristy Clark’s 138-foot Hanuman in the America’s Cup J Class Regatta. Majestic, elegant, timeless, classic… The adjectives to describe the stunning J Class could go on and on. When seven of these gorgeous yachts met recently at the America’s Cup J Class Regatta it [...] View Post