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Hey Dude Shoes: Everything You Need to Know & Buying Guide

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Hey Dude Shoes: Everything You Need to Know & Buying Guide

Apr 8, 2024

Hey, dudes! If you haven’t experienced this footwear with out-of-this-world comfort, then you’ve probably at least seen them around. Hey Dude shoes are basically a crossover of your slippers and most comfortable sneakers, and they bring every bit of the durability and style that both of those classics are famous for.  

Here’s our guide on all things Hey Dude shoes for women, men, kids — and where to buy Hey Dude shoes (spoiler alert: we carry them!)

What Are Hey Dudes? How Did They Get Popular?

In 2009, two Italian dudes brought their stylish and affordable shoes to market. Hey Dudes quickly took over markets throughout South America, Europe and parts of Asia. It would be a few years before the popularity of Hey Dudes took off in the US — but when they finally hit, they became casual footwear staples practically overnight.


Hey Dude shoes finally gained a foothold because people realized just how versatile and tough-wearing they are. They bring a little bit of preppy polish that’s the perfect seasoning for a casual Sunday fit — but they’re just as good for a long day on your feet, which has made Hey Dudes favorites for everybody from bartenders to doctors.


Today, Hey Dudes come in a whole closet’s worth of styles, from leather boots to canvas Hey Dude patriotic slip-ons complete with stars and stripes. Both Hey Dudes for men and Hey Dudes for women are present and accounted for, with kids’ sizes available for all ages from preschoolers to preteens.They’re engineered for comfort you can wear all day with features like stretchy uppers and linings, UltraLIGHT EVA outsoles, removable memory-foam insoles and an Easy-On system with elastic laces that helps adapt the shoe’s fit to your foot.

Our Hey Dude Shoe Picks for Summer - Blue-Grey Hey Dude's

Our Hey Dude Shoe Picks for Summer

Whatever look you’re going for this summer, there’s probably a pair of Hey Dudes for that. Check out these standout summertime styles of Hey Dudes shoes for men and women.

Not Your Basic Black - Black Hey Dude's

Not Your Basic Black

Hey Dude Wally Sox Micro shoes are here to make all of your other black shoes jealous, with a distinctive woven pattern and a slightly slimmer design that hugs your foot just right. The tweed-esque upper hits the sweet spot of classy and contemporary, making the Wally Sox Micro a perfect choice for your go-to pair of casual black shoes.

Chambray All Day

Looking for a pair of boys’ casual shoes that does everything and then some? These boys’ chambray Hey Dudes are dressy enough for school, but they look just as good at the park or for Saturday hangouts at a friend’s house.

Easy, Breezy Workwear - Grey Hey Dude's

Easy, Breezy Workwear

Need a lightweight office-casual shoe? Check out Hey Dude’s leather options, like these Wally designed with water-resistant recycled leather. The classic boat shoe look fits right in with tailored twill pants and a button-up for the office, then slides effortlessly into the weekend with a pair of your favorite shorts and a casual shirt.

Try Some Texture - Brown Hey Dude's with Apparel

Try Some Texture

Adding a smidge of texture is one of the best hacks for creating an outfit that pops. The Hey Dude Wally Corduroy is an awesome Hey Dude shoes for men, with chic textures that add just the right sprinkle of spice to your look.

Clean, Crisp, Classic - Woman In white Hey Dude's

Clean, Crisp, Classic

Craving that clean-cut summertime style? Hey Dude women’s shoes in white are the move. Wear them with a white linen button-up or floral dress for a look that’s half alpine meadow, half tall glass of lemonade.

More Hey Dude shoe styles and colorways await you at every Hibbett store, so come visit us at your local Hibbett location to discover our complete lineup of Hey Dudes shoes for men and women. Remember to keep an eye on our website, too — we’ve always got something exciting, from new releases to classic favorites in shoes, athletic gear, and streetwear.

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