# Bee-Inspired Deck Shoes The Sperry Top Sider Collection is Preppy By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-03-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sperry-top-sider References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2010/03/sperry-top-sider-75-anniversary-collection-a-closer-look/) The [Sperry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/authentic-original-boat-show) Top Sider 75th Anniversary Collection has dropped. Featuring stain and water resistant leather and a shock-absorbent sole and heel, these are going to make getting around a whole lot more awesome. Check out the gallery for more from Sperry Top Sider and scroll down to see some other killer kicks **Implications** - With the return of retro fashion, [classic footwear brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buck-mason-x-sanders) are rereleasing updated versions of iconic shoes. These shoes often retain the characteristic features that made them popular in the first place, but feature modern styling cues. Contemporary colorways, a more relaxed aesthetic and the infusion of urban influences are just some of the manifestations of this [retro-modern footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-purcell-1935). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro-modern Footwear:** Footwear brands reviving iconic shoes with modern styling cues and updated materials. - **Stain/water Resistant Leather Shoes:** Shoes with stain and water repellent leather material gaining popularity among consumers. - **Shock-absorbent Soles:** Shoes designed with shock-absorbent soles and heels for enhanced comfort and utility. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Apparel:** Fashion and apparel companies can incorporate retro-modern footwear in their product lines for increased consumer appeal. - **Footwear:** Footwear brands can innovate upon shoes designs by integrating features like stain and water-resistant materials and shock-absorbent soles and heels. - **Outdoor and Adventure:** Outdoor and adventure companies can benefit from incorporating stain and water-resistant footwear in their product range for added utility. ## 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) - [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) - [Classic Summer-Ready Boatshoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-bateau.md) - [Clog-Like Boat Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-islander-pitcrew.md) - [Summer-Ready Comfortable Sandal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandal-designs.md)