Sperrys

Preppy deck footwear

Sperrys are boat shoes made by Sperry Top-Sider, a brand so associated with the style that the name became generic.

The shoes feature leather uppers, rubber soles with wave-pattern grip, and rawhide lacing around the heel.

Originally designed for sailing, they became preppy casual footwear: He wore Sperrys without socks to the cookout.

style

casual

Relaxed and informal

sockless · summer · weekend · laid-back · effortless · preppy · nautical · Americana · shorts · smart-casual

nautical

topsiders

Non-skid nautical footwear

  • sailingWind-propelled water travel
  • yachtLarge pleasure vessel
  • deckShip's flat surface

marina · anchor · rigging · helm · starboard · port · mast · regatta · skipper · seafaring

preppy

chinos

Cotton twill trousers

  • blazerSemiformal tailored jacket
  • khakisTan cotton trousers
  • argyleMulticolored diamond textile pattern

cardigan · seersucker · fraternity · sorority · tailgate · regatta · lacrosse · tennis · golf · equestrian

construction

leather

Tanned animal skin

full-grain · patina · canvas · stitching · lacing · eyelets · grommets · handsewn · insole · craftsmanship

Opposites
footwear formality/style

SperrysDoc Martens

Air-cushioned leather boots

Jordans · combat boots · work boots · stilettos · high heels

functional design

Sperryshiking boots

Sturdy footwear for trails

ski boots · running shoes · snow boots · sneakers · athletic shoes

Family

Sperry

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Mostly American · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G