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Why We Love This Deal
When you think of boat shoes, you probably think of Sperry, and when you think of Sperry, you probably think of the Authentic Original model in light or dark brown leather. A classic choice for sure, but it’s hardly the only kind. Case in point: There’s a beautifully textured linen model that’ll look excellent with fall colors, and it just went on sale.
The one in question is the Sperry Authentic Original 2-Eye Lite Boat Shoes, and they’re just $50 at Sperry right now, 41% off of their normal $85 price tag. That’s a bargain for a shoe that’s simultaneously recognizable and fresh, not to mention even more lightweight (and comfortable) than its predecessors.
Sperry Authentic Original 2-Eye Lite Boat Shoes, $50 (was $85) at Sperry
Courtesy of Sperry
What Shoe Shoppers Should Know
- Materials: Linen upper, cotton lining, cork insole, rubber outsole, leather laces
- Style: Round toe, flat heel (0.25 inches)
- Colors available: Navy, Cream, Black
These boat shoes use the iconic Sperry Authentic Original silhouette and materials, including a linen upper and 100% cotton lining, a departure from tradition that makes these shoes much lighter than their leather cousins.
The natural color variation and texture of linen and the natural comfort of the cork insole are the stars of the show here. On the bottom, it’s classic rubber cut with Sperry’s signature Wave Siping technology for solid traction even on wet surfaces.
Sperry Authentic Original 2-Eye Lite Boat Shoes are a fresh take on a classic, the kind of thing one wishes every shoemaker with a beloved classic would do with the flexibility a consistently popular shoe gives them. Just be sure to get shopping ASAP, as several size-color combinations have already sold out.
