This week, we’ve seen a very unique shoe trend emerge on the city streets. Ditching the strappy sandals that can’t stand up to this summer’s drizzly weather, fashionistas are reaching for the boat shoe trend to get them through the summer. There are a lot of interesting boat shoes on the market, but this season, Timberland’s Noreen boat shoes in particular have been everywhere.
Styling them with white crew socks or colorful socks is an underrated footwear trend that I would never have predicted would be a staple for summer 2024. Originally designed to provide a firm grip on the slippery floors of ship decks, and with this summer being particularly rainy, it’s no surprise that we’re seeing more of this footwear trend than usual.
Already a staple among Instagram’s most stylish people, I spotted them styled this week by Rebecca Rhys-Ifans, Senior Fashion & Beauty Editor, Branded Content at Who What Wear UK, during a trip to Japan, where she teamed them with Bermuda shorts, a white embroidered shirt and black sunglasses for a relaxed ensemble that would stand up to a day of exploring.
With their thick lug soles and full-coverage designs, Timberland’s hero shoes have evolved as a durable alternative to sandals and a smarter option when sneakers just don’t cut it.
A summer shoe trend circulating in London, Tokyo and Paris is proving hugely popular this season. Whereas last year they were dismissed as “outdated” and sleek loafers and trendy ballet flats purchased instead, this summer sleek footwear has reasserted its luxury status.
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While this trend still feels fresh for the summer season, it won’t be long before it becomes a wardrobe staple for fashion-forward people.
Below, we’ll reveal the specific shoe trends fashion people are loving, along with a collection of other best boat shoes to look out for this season.
Shop Timberland boat shoe trends here:
Timberland
Noreen Boat Shoes
You can wear it with fresh white socks or with colorful socks.
Timberland
Stonestreet Boat Shoes
This rich burgundy shade is easy to incorporate into your capsule wardrobe.
Free People
Stonestreet Boat Shoes
Top off a pretty dress or style with some baggy jeans.
Other recommended boat shoes:
Sebago
Sebago Jackman Boater Shoes
It is also available in black.
The Law
Rucca Leather Moccasins
White shoes are a summer staple.
Jones Bootmaker
Leather Bow Slip-On Flat Boat Shoes
Also available in gold and navy.
Free People
Eastland Yarmouth Boat Shoes
It looks stylish with or without socks.
Barry
Plume Leather Moccasins
The leather composition gives it a premium feel.
Crew attire
Suede Flatform Boat Shoes
This pale pink shade pairs very well with browns and reds.