As soon as the weather gets hot, we reach for our favorite jelly sandals. The bright popsicle-like colors, glittery PVC plastic, and cross-over ankle straps are just a few of the details that remind us of our childhood. Plus, the cute shoes are great for walking in (thanks to the soft, durable, and sustainable plastic). They’re also good for keeping your feet comfortable, so we’re more than excited to see the jelly sandal trend pop off again for summer 2023.
The jelly sandal’s versatile design (and affordable price range) are all part of what makes the shoe so popular. From short summer dresses to baggy ripped jeans, and cute swimsuits, you can pair them with almost anything in your wardrobe. Even better? Plenty of designer brands (think: Gucci’s iconic jelly sandals) are releasing fresh, elevated styles for the season, featuring chunky platforms (this Lemon Jelly pick screams Barbiecore), high-heel wedges, and cut-out slides.
The child-like shoe first came onto the fashion scene in the early 90s thanks to the designers of Melissa, a famous Brazilian footwear brand. They took inspiration from the French fisherman shoe and created the iconic Possession style that we see everywhere today.
So what are you waiting for?! Now’s the perfect time to slide your feet into a cute pair of jelly sandals. We’ve even done all the hard work of finding the cutest trendy styles to rock right now, so scroll on to see our favorites. We guarantee you’ll find something you like!
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