Pia’s Picks: jelly shoe-style home accessories
11.8.2025
Translation: Katherine Martin
Jelly shoes for your living room? Yep, you read that right. That iconic style you adored as a kid works as decor too. These jelly accessories are cute, weird and absolute must-haves.
Alright, you got me. My jelly shoe obsession is still going strong. For the last seven years, numerous pairs have seen me through summer rain, festivals and trips to the pool. These transparent, brightly coloured rubber sandals were big in the 90s and 2000s, and have been enjoying a comeback over the last two years. They’re light, waterproof, candy-coloured and have that irresistible jelly-like appearance.
Source: Pia Seidel
I’ve now discovered exactly the same look in the home accessories section. It’s like someone’s poured jelly into furniture-shaped moulds. How could I say no to decor pieces that look like jelly beans? I mean, it’s hard enough to resist actual sweets.
Eye candy: get the jelly look at home
The Jellies collection, designed by Patricia Urquiola for Kartell, is a perfect example. Just check out these wall hooks that look like old-fashioned gelatine moulds. Their organic patterns and subtle colours add a touch of nostalgia to any home. They’re made of transparent or block-colour PMMA and are available in various sizes – perfect for transforming a wall into a playful statement.
Source: Kartell
And then there’s Sebastian Herkner’s Ecrin collection for Nude Glass. With their heavy bases and coloured lids, these handmade glass containers are reminiscent of the impressive earth pyramids of Ritten in South Tyrol. When I see them, however, it’s photos of the Nodaleto x Melissa sandals that come to mind. Especially the ones with a tangerine gradient effect.
Source: Nude Glass
The origin of jelly-style designs
Of course, jelly creations aren’t an entirely new invention. Gaetano Pesce introduced the look to design back in the 60s. The Italian architect and designer experimented with resins and polymers, creating iconic works that were both bold and playful. His designs prove how exciting and unconventional materials can be.
As for the pieces in vogue these days? They feel like a throwback with a modern twist. Resin, glass and plastic are used to make lamps that look like melted ice lollies or vases that resemble drops of light. And yes, I do want them all. If you feel the same way, here are my current favourites.
In my Pia’s Picks series, I regularly showcase my favourite finds – things I might not need, but definitely want.
Header image: Kartell
Pia Seidel
Senior Editor
Pia.Seidel@digitecgalaxus.chLike a cheerleader, I love celebrating good design and bringing you closer to everything furniture- and interior design- related. I regularly curate simple yet sophisticated interior ideas, report on trends and interview creative minds about their work.
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