The Sperry Story
The Original Boat Shoes, Since 1935
The Sperry Story
The Original Boat Shoes, Since 1935
Starting point for Boat Shoes
The story of Boat Shoes begins in 1935 on the sailboat of Paul Sperry, a young captain with a passion for the sea. They found a problem with the shoes they were wearing slipping on the wet deck of the boat. So the idea was born that we wanted to have shoes for boating activities that could stick to every surface. No matter how inclement the weather is Determined, he set out to design shoes suitable for use on boats.
That is until he noticed the heels of his pet Cocker Spaniel named Prince had small cracks and lines on his feet. Makes it possible even to run and play on the ice But he never slipped and fell once. This was the starting point for the creation of Boat Shoes, where the rubber soles had lines cut into them to increase grip on the surface better.
The birth of the world's first Boat Shoes
As a result, it was the world's first Boat Shoes under the Sperry brand and was very successful. With a sole design with anti-slip rubber treads, it provides excellent grip on wet surfaces. It became an invention that revolutionized the world of sailing shoes.
From Boat Shoes to Fashion Items
Combining durability with a simple design, Sperry's Boat Shoes became popular with sailors, adventurers and the general public. Until it has become an indispensable fashion item for dressing in a classic style.
The uniqueness of Sperry's Boat Shoes
Highlights of Sperry's Boat Shoes, the prototype of vintage leather shoes that are famous all over the world. It is produced using genuine quality Oil-Based leather that can help with waterproofing. What's special is that every pair of Boat Shoes is hand-sewn on the front for a form-fitting shape.
Sperry has evolved into a globally recognized footwear brand. Their versatile Boat Shoes cater to a wide range of styles, making them suitable for various occasions, from casual to formal wear.
Sperry has evolved into a globally recognized footwear brand. Their versatile Boat Shoes cater to a wide range of styles, making them suitable for various occasions, from casual to formal wear.
The MVPS
OUR PAST, OUR PRESENT, AND OUR FUTURE
Three classic shoe styles: the past, present and future of SPERRY.
CIRCULAR VAMP OXFORD
The CVO becomes the world's first non-slip deck shoe made with quick-drying cotton. In 1940, it became the official footwear for the casual uniform of the United States Navy.
TOP-SIDER
Following the CVO's design, Sperry creates a leather version. Today, the Top-Sider is known as the Authentic Original Boat Shoe and is our most popular silhouette.
CAPTAIN'S OXFORD
The first casual shoe designed specifically for Captains. This style flaunts a higher profile and thicker sole for a more sophisticated look.
CIRCULAR VAMP OXFORD
The CVO becomes the world's first non-slip deck shoe made with quick-drying cotton. In 1940, it became the official footwear for the casual uniform of the United States Navy.
TOP-SIDER
Following the CVO's design, Sperry creates a leather version. Today, the Top-Sider is known as the Authentic Original Boat Shoe and is our most popular silhouette.