Rumer Willis Channels ’90s Trends With Melissa Jelly Sandals in New York City

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Rumer Willis was spotted walking through New York City on Wednesday in a pair of whimsical shoes from Melissa. The star donned the brand’s Possession fisherman-inspired jelly sandals.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 29: Rumer Willis is seen walking in midtown on May 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Raymond Hall/GC Images)
Rumer Willis on May 29 in New York City.

Worn by Willis in a pastel purple colorway, the 90s-themed woven sandals are crafted from 100% PVC. Additionally, the translucent shoes feature a rounded-toe silhouette, adjustable buckle closure and bubblegum scent.

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As for the rest of the star’s look, Willis was photographed in Christy Dawn’s The Katrina dress in the brand’s Noir Daisy block print. Designed with a smocked bodice, puff sleeves and slightly gathered skirt, the casual cotton dress allowed the vibrant color of Willis’ shoes to become the focus of her look.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 29: Rumer Willis is seen walking in midtown on May 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Raymond Hall/GC Images)
A closer look at Rumer Willis’ shoes on May 29 in New York City.

Willis is not the only one experimenting with the recently revived footwear trend, as a number of celebrities have been seen sporting a similar pair of youthful jelly shoes. In an Instagram post from July of 2023, Blackpink‘s Lisa shared a slideshow of snapshots from her trip to Paris wearing the same pair of Melissa Possession sandals. The singer styled the colorful shoes similarly to Willis, donning a midi-length cotton dress in the same shade of lavender.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 29: Rumer Willis is seen walking in midtown on May 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Raymond Hall/GC Images)
Rumer Willis on May 29 in New York City.

The star was in town on Wednesday for her appearance on the “Today” show. The subject of a short interview, Willis discussed her experience as a new mother and her relationship with her father, actor Bruce Willis.

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