# Boat Shoe Sandals The 'Dory' is a sStylish and Breathable Take on the Classic Boat Shoe By Shane Pisko | Published 2017-02-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dorys-boat-shoe-sandals References: [capedoryrigging](http://capedoryrigging.com/kickstarter/) This spring, Philadelphia-area start-up and adventurewear brand Cape Dory Rigging will officially launch its flagship product, the Dory, a one-of-a-kind shoe that is part boat shoe and part sandal, with a $36,000 campaign on the crowdfunding site [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coddi1). The Dory incorporates classic fashion and innovation, seamlessly blending the iconic style of a [Sperry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/authentic-original-boat-show) boat shoe with the comfort and wearability of a [Birkenstock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birkenstock-lutry) sandal, while integrating modern design innovations. For instance, the sandal is made with high-quality duck canvas, genuine leather and premium durable laces. A spandex inner-sock keeps shoes snug and dry. A cork and latex footbed molds to the wearer's foot over time for increased comfort. The stylish wraparound heel lacing keep the shoe secured to the foot makes it a sandal that won’t flip-flop. EVA soles ensure comfort and durability on or off the beach. In January, the Dory was made available in a limited release to select retailers and fashion writers, and has received a fantastic response from customers and on social media. The Kickstarter campaign, launching in mid-March will capitalize on a production run of 1,000 pairs. Contributors to the campaign will be able secure their Dorys for $50-$65. Dorys will normally retail at $87-95. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hybrid Footwear:** Creating shoes that combine the style of one type of shoe with the comfort of another opens up opportunities for innovative footwear designs. - **Incorporating Modern Design:** Integrating modern design elements into traditional styles of footwear allows for the creation of unique and functional products. - **Crowdfunding Campaigns for Shoe Launches:** Using crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter to launch new shoe products can help generate buzz and secure early adopters. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** The fashion retail industry can benefit from incorporating hybrid footwear designs into their product offerings to attract customers looking for unique and comfortable shoes. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Footwear manufacturers can explore the opportunity of incorporating modern design innovations into traditional shoe styles to create differentiated products in the market. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** Crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter can cater to entrepreneurs and startups in the footwear industry, providing them with a platform to launch and fund their innovative shoe designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pre-Washed Leather Classic Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/authentic-original-boat-show.md) - [Halocline Waterproof Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproofshoe.md) - [Clog-Like Boat Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-islander-pitcrew.md) - [Recycled Rope-Made Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shore.md) - [Dynamic Neutral-Toned Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanuk-1.md) - [Coastal Beach-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voile-blanche.md) - [Vintage Elegant Collaborative Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dockside-portland.md) - [All-Terrain Versatile Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coddi1.md) - [Summer-Ready Comfortable Sandal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandal-designs.md)