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I never thought the day would come so soon when boat shoes made a reappearance in the fashion world. In the 2010s, Sperry shoes and preppy style were all anyone could talk about. While I’m glad that phase of fashion has come and gone, I would be lying if I wasn’t a little excited about the return of shoes that defined my high school years.
Don’t get me wrong, I love a cute sneaker, ballet flat, and sandal moment, but there’s something about boat shoes that brings a sophisticated, yet casual feel to an outfit — especially in the spring and summer months. Not to mention, they are extremely easy to throw on for running errands around town or for a walk on the beach.
Below, I’m showing you several different ways to style the classic boat shoe and a roundup of the cutest ones on the market right now. Keep scrolling to find out how you can hop on this season’s fashion trend.
More Spring Fashion Inspiration:
How to Style Boat Shoes 4 Chic Ways
1. Chunky Boat Shoes + Baggy Jeans + Oversized Button-Up
2. Sperrys + Pleated Shorts + Button Top
3. Chunky Boat Shoes + Long Shorts + Sweater Vest + White Tee
4. Sperrys + Barrel Jeans + Cardigan
Are boat shoes waterproof?
While boat shoes are not waterproof, they can get wet without damaging the leather they are made of. Plus, they are designed to get wet and dry out easily — making them the perfect shoe to wear to the beach, on a boat, or comfortable enough on a misty spring morning.
What’s the most popular boat shoe brand?
Sperry is the original creator of the boat shoe. They are by far the most renowned boat shoe brand. The Authentic 2-Eye style is their most popular shoe to date. I probably had 4 or five different pairs of this style in my 2010s wardrobe. They have recently come out with a darker leather and suede options that are so cute and modern.
Additionally, Timberland, Bobbies, and Sebago also have popular boat shoe styles.
The Best Boat Shoes for Spring
Sperry x Aritzia Authentic Original™ 2-Eye Boat Shoe – Black Leather
Sperry x Aritzia Slim Boat Shoe
Authentic Original™ 2-Eye Boat Shoe – Brown Suede
Timberland® Authentic Boat Shoe
Stone Street Platform Boat Shoe
