The Secret Obsession with Gucci Slides

Since the rise of athleisure in the mid-late 2010s, fashion has been trending toward the casual. For the past three years, influencers have been popping up all over social media wearing slides in many colors and styles. Gucci slides are featured heavily in fashionable grids. From the simple florals slides to the pastel rubber platform slides, these shoes adorn feet across the globe all summer long and their popularity shows no sign of slowing down.

Gucci slides come in multiple styles to fit any outfit. You can choose rubber platforms that work with dressier looks or traditional canvas slides for a casual day out. Gucci slides have been spotted all over the street during fashion week events in cities across the United States and Europe.

In honor of this immensely popular shoe, we explore the Gucci slide in all its varieties and recommend how to style your next pair.

A Brief History of the Gucci Slide

This beloved fashion house was founded in 1921 by Guccio Gucci. He built the fashion house through attention to detail and high quality. Since its inception, Gucci has been known for innovation and creativity, selling leather goods, shoes, bags, jewelry, watches and ready-to-wear clothing.

Gucci’s first viral shoe was its Horsebit loafer, launched in 1953. The loafer was meant to be sophisticated yet casual and comfortable. Its lightweight leather and equestrian-inspired detailing made the loafer popular with fashionable people who wanted to be comfortable without sacrificing style. The company released multiple sandal styles in subsequent years, but its signature slides wouldn’t grace shelves until the mid-2010s.

Early Gucci slides were made of rubber or monogrammed canvas. They were flat and featured minimalistic designs such as simple red and green stripes or the famous Gucci logo. Later, the company would introduce platform slides made of rubber, denim or canvas.

Features that Make Gucci Slides an Ideal Shoe

Regardless of its design, the key feature of a Gucci slide is its simplicity. These shoes are easy to slip on and off, and they are durable enough to wear everywhere. Because the design is understated, these shoes pair well with much of your summer wardrobe.

According to Gucci, the rubber designs are meant to invoke 90s nostalgia, and the platform slides expertly capture that aesthetic. Unlike many models of slides, Gucci slides are sturdy and supportive. You won’t be fighting to keep them on as you walk down the street.

Available in multiple colors and styles, Gucci slides easily stand out as the star of the show. Each pair inspires you to play with color and texture and try them with different outfits to see how they impact the look.

The Most Popular Gucci Slides

Any pair of Gucci slides will become one of your favorite staples. These styles tend to be favorites of online influencers, celebrities and fashionable people on the street of a city near you.

Interlocking G Slide Sandal

The Gucci Interlocking G slide sandal comes in a simple, block heeled sandal or a traditional rubber slide. Each pair features a large iconic Gucci logo on the band. Monochrome styles feature a large, raised logo stamped into the rubber. For those who wear their labels with pride, some styles feature a white logo set against a red and green backdrop.

GG Blooms Supreme

GG Blooms slides combine the practicality of a slide with the femininity of a sandal. The black rubber base is offset by a canvas strap featuring the Gucci logo adorned with colorful flowers. Bright and airy, these shoes add a touch of pep to any outfit. If you like coordinating your footwear and handbags, this style is part of the GG Blooms collection which also features handbags of the same design.

Gucci Pursuit

Available in men’s and women’s styles, Gucci Pursuit slides are the first shoe that pops into mind when you hear the term Gucci slide. A simplistic rubber shoe with a durable strap, these shoes are comfy and practical. They’re perfect for a casual day out or sitting by the pool. The cushy base is supportive enough to last all day.

GG Platform

The GG Platform has been the it shoe for a few years, popping up on the streets of Berlin, New York and Los Angeles. The shoe is a distinct throwback to the 1990s and features a high base. Each pair of these canvas shoes is adorned with the interlocking Gucci logo all over. It is not as subtle and understated as the Interlocking G style. If you’re wearing these, everyone will know you’re into Gucci.

The mid-heel model features a 2.2” platform with a solid rubber sole that gives you traction on multiple surfaces.

How to Style Your Gucci Slides

Because Gucci slides come in multiple styles and colors, you can be creative when you style them. The beauty of living in the modern age is that we are less bound to fashion “rules” and freer to experiment with personal style.

Platform slides and pastel rubber slides pair well with dressy looks from sundresses to maxi dresses. If you want to make the look more sophisticated, stick with a neutral color and a less obvious logo.

Slides also work with wide-legged denim, distressed denim, and relaxed pants. Some influencers also pair them with socks and leggings. Yes, wearing socks and sandals is no longer reserved for your grandma.

Get Your Favorite Slides with TheRealReal

Since Gucci slides are crafted with care, they do require an investment. You won’t be able to pop into your local shoe store and pick up a pair for less than $50. Once you’ve made the investment, you can keep them for years with proper care.

Or you can save by choosing a good value pair from TheRealReal. Our experts carefully authenticate each pair so you know you’re getting the real thing. We carry men’s and women’s styles for people of all ages. Pick from classic styles to glitter slides that add a bit of magic to your outfit. Shop our selection of Gucci Slides.