Superyacht owner, captain or crew member? Every sailor should wear a great pair of boat shoes. Whether you need practical styles from Sebago and Dubarry or fancy something a little more luxurious from Gucci or John Lobb, our guide to the best men's boat shoes has them covered.

Larson Boat Shoe You Can Swim In shoes, £115, Orlebar Brown

These Quoddy Downeast Leather Boat Shoes are handmade and unbelievably comfortable. The supple black leather matched with the black laces made them a more subtle, smarter choice in boat shoe.

£155, Quoddy at Mr Porter

Soft luxurious leather in the form of Loro Piana's Summer Walk leather boat shoe. Smart and minimalist with clean cut lines, perfect for summer evenings.

£625, Loro Piana

These easy slip-on Penny boat shoes from Magnanni are more contemporary in style. The soft suede contrasts the white soles perfectly.

£230, Magnanni at Harrods

These Marske leather deck shoes from Church's are stylish enough to carry you from land to water. Perfect paired with chinos or shorts, these boat shoes are as classic as they come and ones to last.

_£240, MatchesFashion.com _

These Brunello Cucinelli Suede Boat Shoes are less traditional but every bit as stylish. The grey suede makes them easy enough to style and makes them a smart choice in boat shoe. The rubber sole also adds to their comfort.

£530, MrPorter.com

These Manebi Hamptons Suede Espadrille Deck Shoes are for the more laid back individual who likes more of an 'undone' look. They're comfortable, slouchy and a little rustic, perfectly paired with rolled up trousers.

£108, MatchesFashion.com