Free People Lagoon Cut-Out Boat Shoes

Boat shoes are back, but this is exactly how I wanted to see the trend done. The Free People Lagoon Cut-Out Boat Shoes take that classic, slightly preppy silhouette and give it a much cooler feel with the unexpected cut-out detailing.

These made my Fall ’26 buy because they felt fresh without being difficult to wear. They give you another option beyond the loafers, ballet flats and sneakers already in your closet — and look especially good with relaxed denim and all those easy fall layers.

WHY I LOVE THEM

• A fresh take on the returning boat shoe trend
• Cut-out detailing makes them feel unexpected
• Great alternative to a traditional loafer
• Easy with denim, cords and casual trousers
• Perfect transitional shoe before boot weather
• Made my original Free People Fall ’26 buy

DEAR LUCY EDIT

MADE MY BUY. ✓

This is exactly the kind of shoe I was always looking for as a buyer — something familiar, but with one detail that makes you stop and look again.

Boat shoes are having a moment, but I didn't want just any boat shoe in my Fall ’26 assortment. The cut-outs on the Lagoon are what got me.

I'd wear them with relaxed denim, a simple knit + a great fall jacket and let the shoe add that slightly unexpected element.

It feels current, but not like you're trying too hard to wear a trend.

That's why it made my buy. ✓

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