While certain trends have a limited shelf life, the preppy boat shoe is not one of them. Since the summer of 2024, this casual shoe has proved its staying power, even through the cold and wet weather of autumn, and has been endorsed by royals and celebrities from the Princess of Wales - Kate Middleton to Jennifer Garner and Katie Holmes.
But while the classic shoe is now a timeless staple, we’re seeing a new trend emerge when it comes to its design. Refreshing the look for spring are new colourful lace details that are bringing a playful, though still decidedly preppy and elevated, touch to the timeless silhouette.
