Millennials Rejoice: Jelly Shoes Are Back
The shoe of the summer is not leather or suede. It is translucent, slightly squishy, a little nostalgic, and completely irresistible. From the Chloé jelly mule to the thong sandal, the jelly shoe has officially made its way back into the fashion conversation
Once a childhood staple found on beach holidays and playgrounds, the jelly sandal has returned with a more polished look. Maybe it’s the charm of something so fun, perhaps it’s the way these glossy little shoes transport us straight back to simpler summers. Either way, their appeal is impossible to ignore.
The comeback gained serious momentum after The Row featured colourful, netted jelly sandals in its Pre-Fall 2024 collection, sending models down the runway as if they stepped off a Mediterranean coast. Available in shades of blue, red, and clear, the rubber flats quickly became one of the season’s most talked-about accessories.
My Cinderella Polly Pocket Shoes, nostalgia in glossy jelly form
Now, jellies are still appearing everywhere: from minimalist fisherman styles to candy-colored mules. They’re nostalgic without feeling dated, practical without sacrificing style, and the perfect amount of whimsy.
Shop the jelly shoe revival:
Chloé Jelly Mules
These new Jelly Mules playfully resemble the slip-on shoes many remember from childhood. The silhouette is simple: a peep-toe, easy slip-on shape that catches the light with every step.
Chloé Jelly Thong Ankle-Strap Sandals
And let’s not forget the Jelly Thong Ankle-Strap Sandals from Chloé’s S/S 25 collection, which landed in stores last year and quickly became one of the season’s most talked-about styles.
The Jelly Drop from Jimmy Choo
The Jelly Drop from Jimmy Choo arrives in lagoon blue, silver glitter, and sunset orange. Light-catching and glossy, it brings a sense of colour to the trend while keeping a refined, wearable look.
Alaïa Invisible Jelly Sandals
These “invisible” jelly sandals from Alaïa take the trend in a more sculptural direction. With transparent, pointed jelly soles that seem to disappear against the skin, they create the illusion of barefoot dressing.
Melissa x Diesel Quantum Thong
The collaboration between Melissa and Diesel pushes the jelly conversation further into experimental territory. The Quantum Thong feels bold and futuristic, turning a nostalgic material into something more unexpected.
Tory Burch Mellow Mary Jane Jelly
A more classical take on the trend, the Mellow Mary Jane Jelly from Tory Burch softens the silhouette with its rounded toe and signature strap detail, blending retro charm with everyday wear.
Farm Rio Lace Up Jelly Ballerina
Farm Rio reimagines the jelly shoe through a lace-up ballerina.
Celine Jelly Bay Sandal
Celine’s take on the trend keeps things minimal, focusing on a clean silhouette. It brings a more polished, luxury approach to the playful jelly shoe revival.
Christopher Esber Jo Flip Flop
A laid-back version of the trend, Christopher Esber’s Jo Flip Flop keeps the focus on simplicity. Available in black and beige, it offers a more minimal way to wear the jelly trend.
Lead Image Courtesy of Chloé