Sperry Review 2024
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Back when I was a gangly, brace-faced middle schooler, Sperry was the "it" shoe of choice. Paired with low-rise Abercrombie jeans (which have coincidentally made a comeback) and not one, but two Hollister polos (collars popped up, of course), and Sperry's signature boat shoes were the preppy cherry on top.
Flash forward nearly two decades later, and once again, I am simply smitten with my Sperry shoes. Only this time, not because they make me look like I own a million dollar yacht. This time, I'm favoring function over beauty—though they're pretty darn cute, IMO—thanks to the brand new Sperry Sport line.
On a recent press trip to Miami, I got to experience the brand's launch firsthand, and put its new line of outdoor, water-friendly shoes to the test. With spring right around the corner and a summer full of adventures to look forward to, I couldn't wait to get these shoes on my feet. After two days of paddle boarding, swimming, boating, and other splashy activities, I already knew I'd be wearing these bad boys all season long.
Sperry Sport isn't the brand's first dive into seafaring sneaks—it was born on the water back in 1933 with its original slip-proof boat shoe, designed to help sailors stay on deck. Now, it wants sailors and anglers/kayakers/paddle boarders/swimmers/beach goers and more to enjoy the open water ("the world's biggest playground") with its new line of snazzy performance shoes. All six new styles are "built to withstand the rigors and demands of a wide range of activities on the water and the shoreline," according to a release, each made with that signature slip-proof tread, plus quick drying, comfortable materials.
After testing, I can vouch that these shoes are built to withstand "the rigors and demands" on and near the water. The Women's 7 Seas 3-Eye Sneaker ($90) has particularly won my heart, thanks to its versatility and waterproof-ness that can be worn way beyond the shoreline. It's technically a water shoe, so you can fully submerge it, worry-free. But its slip-on design and feather-light weight make it a perfect everyday shoe for things like commuting and running errands. Especially as the spring season rolls around and mid-day showers become more and more frequent, this casual sneaker will be your best friend, guaranteed to keep you comfortable and dry mid-stroll (while looking good, no less). Trust me—no one will ever know it's a water shoe.
Men's Harbormaster 2.0 Sneaker — $80.00
A water-friendly version of the brand’s original Harbormaster sneaker that includes a ventilated hydrophobic upper and increased midsole cushioning for shock absorption against waves, deck hulls, and more.