# Bright Boating Shoes Sperry Brings Back Nautical Footwear With a Bang for S/S '09 By Shelby Lee Walsh | Published 2009-04-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boating-shoe-fashion References: [sperrytopsider](http://www.sperrytopsider.com) Summer is approaching, and what better way is there to spend it than to have fun at the beach and do a little boating? Fashion designers are mimicking this favorite summer pastime and relaunching the classic boat shoe in new and interesting ways. Sperry has been making all-American boating shoes since 1935 and actually “invented the first boat shoe for sailors,” according to their website. Because of Sperry’s long-standing history in the nautical world, it is no surprise that Sperry has an awesome selection of plaid, bright colors and classic designs. Boating shoes are a great for summer; they’re light and comfortable but also fashionable. Who says you need a boat to throw on a pair of boating shoes? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Revived Boat Shoes:** Fashion designers are relaunching the classic boat shoe in new and interesting ways. - **Bright Colors for Summer:** Bright and bold colors are becoming a popular choice for summer footwear. - **Versatile Fashion:** The versatility of boat shoes is making them a popular fashion choice beyond just the boating community. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear Industry:** As designers continue to reinvent and update classic shoe styles, the footwear industry has the opportunity for innovation and growth. - **Fashion Industry:** Boating shoes are just one example of the fashion industry's ability to revive and modernize classic trends. - **Leisure Industry:** As more people embrace leisure activities like boating, there is potential for innovation and growth in the leisure industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pre-Washed Leather Classic Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/authentic-original-boat-show.md) - [Coastal Beach-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voile-blanche.md) - [Classic Summer-Ready Boatshoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-bateau.md) - [Boat Shoe Beer Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natty-light-sperry.md) - [Vintage Elegant Collaborative Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dockside-portland.md) - [Reimagined Lugged Boat Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handsewn-boat-shoe.md) - [Dark Tonal Preppy Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuzzy-boat-shoe.md) - [Summer-Ready Comfortable Sandal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandal-designs.md) - [Clog-Like Boat Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-islander-pitcrew.md)