"You know that saying “What’s old is new again?” It’s true, and this summer, it’s referring to jelly shoes. The nostalgic, ‘90s staple that made waves last summer after Jennifer Lawrence was spotted in The Row’s infamous pair has made its official return for summer 2025. In line with this year’s Y2K revival, nearly every big-box retailer is offering a few jelly-like interpretations this season—from jelly sandals to jelly flats, and yes, even jelly heels. Unequivocally retro, today’s jelly shoes serve as a playful reminder that getting dressed can—and should—be fun.
No longer the jelly shoes of yore, today’s jellies can be worn sans bucket hats and overalls and are sleek enough to be worn with everything from polished dresses to breezy trousers. The vintage-feeling shoes are every bit as wearable as they are breathable, making them a no-brainer of a shoe option for the summer months ahead. And while you can splurge on jelly shoes, most options ring in under $100, meaning your wallet and closet are about to be a whole lot happier. Read on for the best ways to style jelly shoes for summer 2025, plus the best jelly shoes to shop now.
In place of traditional flats or sandals, jelly shoes make for a far more stylish, breathable alternative. With options in just about any silhouette and color you can dream up, they can be easily incorporated into your summer outfits to play up the wrong-shoe theory and worn for everything from beach days to patio dinners.
When it comes to styling jelly shoes, you can take a page from Jennifer Lawrence’s book and try styling a colorful flat or sandal with a monochromatic outfit, or work in a neutral pair to offset an already vibrant summer look. Minimalists, rejoice: If color really isn’t your thing, stick to a safer palette from head to toe with jeans, a white top, and a pair of clear flats. If you’re a maximalist, try styling your jellies with unexpected color combos throughout the season.
Tinsley Crisp, Fashion & Beauty Staff Writer
Tinsley Crisp is a Fashion & Beauty Staff Writer at The Everygirl and specializes in reporting on the season’s latest trends and hottest products. As a New York City-based stylist, she’s committed to injecting joy into the art of getting dressed and delivering attainable yet aspirational content to our readers.