Few items are as essential to a summer wardrobe as a do-it-all sandal — you know, a pair you can keep in the foyer to run out of the house in, as well as take to the beach for shore-to-dinner wear. It has to be functional, durable and versatile. Sometimes, these qualities can intersect with a trending aesthetic, and the result is wondrous. Such is the case with jellies this season.
In May, Klarna found that sales for jelly sandals rose by 269% over the prior six months. With sunny season in full effect, the style continues to climb upwards. Earlier this month, Telfar released a collaboration with jellies purveyor extraordinaire Melissa Shoes, which included concert-ready ‘Telly Jelly’ bags and a matching clear jelly slide. The latter sold out expeditiously, but a second drop (in pink!) just arrived Friday.
Now, that one will probably sell quick, too, but there are other squishy shoes on the market propelling them into macro-trend territory. (See also: MSCHF’s partnership with Crocs, featuring a very yellow Paris Hilton.) Of course, Melissa has long led the jelly trend, but Camper’s viral Kaborah sandals are also adored by fashion girls for their comfort and “wow” factor.
Below, shop 19 pairs of jelly sandals you won’t want to take off.
Melissa x Telfar Jelly Slide, $100, available here
Camper Kobrah Pink Unisex Sandals, $155, available here
Miista Oceane Blue Sandals, $405 $243, available here
Crocs Splash Glossy Slide, $40 $30, available here
Tory Burch Buckle Bubble Jelly Slides, $228, available here
Matisse Footwear Wade Heeled Sandal, $40, available here
Gucci Women’s Interlocking G Slide Sandal, $650, available here
Ancient Greek Sandals, $140, available here
Skims Molded Sandal, $68, available here
Melissa Transparent Possession Loafers, $75, available here
Amina Muaddi Glass Wedge, $1,105, available here
Bottega Veneta Jelly Sandals, $520 $374, available here
Jeffrey Campbell Bubblegum Platform Sandal, $45, available here
Michael Kors Jagger PVC Sandal, $89, available here
Hermès Egerie Sandal, $315, available here
Loewe Bubble Foam Slides, $650, available here
Charles & Keith Fia See-Through Slide Sandals, $73, available here
Larroudé x Melissa Cali Criss-Cross Slides, $115, available here
Coach Jelly Fisherman Sandal, $195 $117, available here
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