Often when we track a trend , we can point to a number of runways or celebrity style moments that stack up until there’s no denying it—a certain item, color, or bag shape is suddenly in the zeitgeist. But every once and awhile a single collection is so impactful you don’t need any further evidence. Miu Miu’s spring/summer 2024 show, the brainchild of Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons, bestowed upon us boat shoes as high fashion talisman. They ushered in an affinity for Dad shoes of all sorts—from driving loafer s to suede moccasins—that all share a similar prep moment that’s perfect from now until early fall. Maybe even a bit later if you embrace wool ankle socks.

With its perfectly lived-in patina and subtle logo embossing, the boat shoe appeals to the heritage aesthetic that’s been d

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