Boat shoes have become one of the most classic casual shoe trends in the menswear world. As the name suggests, they were originally made for sailors and boaters who needed a shoe that would prevent them from slipping on the boat deck. It didn’t take long, however, for people outside of the boating world to notice the perks of these shoes. It was their practical non-slip rubber sole and unique hand-sewn upper design that drew in attention from every kind of shoe wearer.