Crowd-Fun-ding

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New England sure loves its boat shoes, so toss aside those Sperrys in favor of a new kid on the block: Category 5 Boat Shoes. This premium leather footwear company is crowdfunding the handmade collection, full of customization options including monograms and logos. Pledge $85 or more to receive your own pair. [Kickstarter]