

Learn how to
barrel
Whether you call it the barrel lace, the heaving knot, or something else, one thing is clear: it’s a classic boat shoe look that brings boatloads
of compliments.


Learn how to
tassel
A “twist” on the barrel lace,
here’s another fun way to avoid
relacing your shoes.


Learn how to
chain
The chain lace is inspired by a sailing
knot of the same name used to
decorate or shorten a rope.
Fun fact: to untie this knot, simply
tug hard on each of the ends
of the chain knots.


Learn how to
fishtail
There are plenty of fish in the sea.
Best to make your Bluefish or
Angelfish your own by tying them
using this unique technique.
We asked our Facebook fans to show us their favorite ways of lacing their
boat shoes, and here are some of our favorites. Let us know how you tie
your Sperrys on Instagram or Twitter #topsidertips.

YOUR BOAT SHOES
Customize your boat shoes with a pop of color laces to make them all your own.
Here we teach you relacing step-by-step.

We partner with local tattoo artists at events and store openings.
Offering consumers the chance to have their Sperrys personally branded.
Follow @sperry on Instagram to learn about upcoming shoe tattoo events.
Over those years we've learned a few things about the art of boat shoe wearing.
We call them Top-Sider Tips. From lacing your Sperrys like a champ to keeping your boat shoes smelling like they just came out of the box, Top-Sider Tips will help you step up your boat shoe wearing experience. #topsidertips
Customize Your Boat Shoes
Have you ever wondered how to tie boat shoes in specialty knots? How to decorate your Sperry's to create custom boat shoes? What you need to do to replace laces so you can add a pop of color? How to keep your boat shoes fresh and clean? Find all of these tips and more.