Boat Shoes Are Back—Here Are 15 Ways to Wear Them Now

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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.

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.

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

Authentic Original Boat Shoe

The classic. Nothing gets more preppy-chic than Sperry’s original.

Sizes: US 5-11

Materials: Leather, rubber

Colors: Tan

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

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

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

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

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

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

Shoes with Laces

Zara’s take has a lug sole that will stand higher above the rest.

Sizes: US 5-11

Materials: Polyurethane

Colors: Brown

Suede Driving Shoes

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

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

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

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

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

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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