Are boat shoes old fashioned?

History of the Boat Shoe Boat shoes are a very old style of shoe. Their first major entrance into the retail market was done by Paul Sperry. In 1935 an America born yachting enthusiast and inventor Paul Sperry noticed a gap in the sailing market for a dedicated boat shoe.

Why don’t you wear socks with boat shoes?

Wearing boat shoes without socks can ruin your shoes. As this moisture accumulates, your boat shoes will develop a stench that is virtually impossible to get rid of. Wearing socks specifically designed for boat shoes can prevent this from happening.

Why do people wear Sperrys?

Sperry Topsider shoes are excellent for having soles that are non-skid when walking on a wet boat deck. They are also easy to get in and out of when near the water. And they are very comfortable when worn in a casual setting, although they are not suitable for walking long distance in comfort.

Is it okay for Sperrys to get wet?

While Sperrys aren’t technically waterproof, they are water-friendly and it’s more than OK to get them wet (they were created for slippery boat decks, after all). Your Sperrys can handle water and will eventually dry, with a patina that looks even better than they did pre-soak (in our humble opinion).

Can you wear Sperry boat shoes without socks?

Yes, you should wear socks with Sperrys. For enhanced comfort, your personal health (more on this below) and to extend the life of your shoes, it is recommended to wear socks with Sperrys. At Boardroom Socks, we spent nearly a year developing the perfect no show socks for Sperrys.

Should boat shoes be tight or loose?

Boat shoes shouldn’t fit too differently from normal shoes, but you want to go for a little snugger fit than you usually would because they will stretch out and get looser as you wear them; you’ll often need to go a half size down from your normal size, and if you’re between sizes, go with the smaller of the two.

Are you supposed to wear socks with Sperry?

Looking for the short answer? Yes, you should wear socks with Sperrys. For enhanced comfort, your personal health (more on this below) and to extend the life of your shoes, it is recommended to wear socks with Sperrys. At Boardroom Socks, we spent nearly a year developing the perfect no show socks for Sperrys.