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Another fashion season, another emerging shoe trend that’s as unexpected as, say, the mesh flat. This season, our team is fixating on the humble boat shoe—and we’re predicting it as one of the top spring 2024 shoe trends. When it walked down the runway at Miu Miu last October, we couldn’t help but wonder why—but we’re not one to question Mrs. Prada’s sartorial choices, as Miu Miu has dictated the trends with such strength in the last few seasons. This country club and prep school staple got the high fashion treatment, and now we expect to see fashionistas working them into their street style this spring.
The High Fashion Trendsetter
Miu Miu Faded Unlined Suede Loafers
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The School Uniform Staple
Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoe
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The Tried-and-True Original
Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoe
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If you want to get in on the trend, here are 11 options to try, from the runway pair themselves to the classic Sperrys that inspired them. Shop them all below.
The High Fashion Trendsetter
Miu Miu Faded Unlined Suede Loafers
The High Fashion Trendsetter
Miu Miu Faded Unlined Suede Loafers
This ugly-chic pair from Miu Miu defined the trend for spring/summer 2024 and comes pre-worn, so you don’t have to break them in.
Sizes: EU 34-42
Materials: Leather, rubber
Colors: Tan, White
The School Uniform Staple
Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoe
The School Uniform Staple
Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoe
The classic. Nothing gets more preppy-chic than Sperry’s original.
Sizes: US 5-11
Materials: Leather, rubber
Colors: Tan
Light As Air
Scarosso Oprah Beige Nubuck
Light As Air
Scarosso Oprah Beige Nubuck
This light tan pair from Scarosso has a white sole destined to stand out against a great pair of denim.
Sizes: EU 35-42
Materials: Leather, rubber
Colors: Beige
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Fuzzy Footwear
G.H. Bass Hampton Shearling Boat Shoe
Fuzzy Footwear
G.H. Bass Hampton Shearling Boat Shoe
If you want to stay cozy, go for this shearling-lined option that is functional as a slipper-shoe hybrid.
Sizes: US 5-11
Materials: Shearling, rubber
Colors: Black, Tan
Prep School Ready
Sebago Portland Fisher Boat Shoe
Prep School Ready
Sebago Portland Fisher Boat Shoe
This rich cognac color harkens back to classic prep school uniforms, in the best way possible.
Sizes: US 5-11
Materials: Leather, rubber
Colors: Brown Cognac
High Fashion, High Reward
Bally Plume Moccasin
High Fashion, High Reward
Bally Plume Moccasin
Bally’s high-fashion pair comes with a slight heel—and in our favorite color of the bunch.
Sizes: US 4.5-11.5
Materials: Leather
Colors: Dark Brown
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Distressed Is The Best
Mango Leather boat shoes
Distressed Is The Best
Mango Leather boat shoes
Mango’s offering takes the best of the driving moccasin and boat shoes to create a more affordable take on the trend.
Sizes: US 6-9.5
Materials: Leather, rubber
Colors: Tan
The Tried-and-True Original
Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoe
The Tried-and-True Original
Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoe
The OG is an OG for a reason—which is why we have this option on here twice. Sperry has been making boat shoes for decades now, inspiring this trend to trickle back up to the runway.
Sizes: US 5-12
Materials: Leather, rubber
Colors: 11 options
Zara’s take has a lug sole that will stand higher above the rest.
Sizes: US 5-11
Materials: Polyurethane
Colors: Brown
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Prada, the older sister of Miu Miu, gives its prim take with a blue suede pair.
Sizes: EU 34.5-41.5
Materials: Leather, rubber
Colors: Navy, Pumice Stone
Borrowed From The Boys
Jacquemus Les Sculptures Les Bateau Pavane Boat Shoes
Borrowed From The Boys
Jacquemus Les Sculptures Les Bateau Pavane Boat Shoes
Why constrict your search by gender? These Jacquemus platform boat shoes come in a large enough size range for the girls with larger feet to get away with.
Sizes: IT Mens 39-46
Materials: Leather, rubber
Colors: Yellow, Dark Green
Heeled Boat Shoes
Eastland Yarmouth Slip-On Loafer
This pair from Eastland has a slight lift in the heel, giving you that extra height all day long.
Sizes: US 6-11
Materials: Leather, rubber
Colors: Tan, Bomber Brown
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Plaid is Rad
Sperry Rosefish Boat Shoe
Plaid is Rad
Sperry Rosefish Boat Shoe
Sperry’s Rosefish silhouette has a patterned fabric contrasting patch to ensure you stand out on the street this spring.
Sizes: US 5-12
Materials: Leather, wool, rubber
Colors: Linen, Tan, Bone, Grey, Sparkle Linen
Color Break
Timberland Classic Leather Boat Shoe
Color Break
Timberland Classic Leather Boat Shoe
Timberland gives its spin on boat shoes with this plain white pair, contrasted by a tan heel and shoelace.
Sizes: US 5.5-11
Materials: Leather, rubber
Colors: White, Blue, Brown
Weekend Essentials
Max Mara Leather Moccasins
Weekend Essentials
Max Mara Leather Moccasins
These lug-sole options from Max Mara are sure to provide comfort for long city walks and be the ultimate spring accessory.
Sizes: US 5-11
Materials: Leather, rubber
Colors: Ivory, Tobacco
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