New J.Crew Sperry® Cloud CVO deck sneakers Color: Navy Size: men’s 8 (Fits SLIGHTLY SMALL based on 6 customer reviews) Sperry has been an American favorite since 1935... - when Paul Sperry, inspired by his dog Prince's ability to run nimbly over ice and snow, used a penknife to cut into the outsole of a rubber sneaker to improve traction. The result was the CVO, Sperry's very first shoe that's stood the test of time. This pair just as wearable (and even more comfortable) as it was back then. Cotton canvas upper. Rubber sole. Item AZ717.