Hailey Bieber rocks neon Nike jelly sneakers and the trend is officially back
Could a pair of translucent neon yellow trainers be enough to revive an entire trend? That’s exactly the effect of Hailey Bieber‘s latest outing on the streets of Beverly Hills, where the Rhode founder stepped out in a style that merges the jelly shoe trend with the world of the modern sneaker. A style choice worth a closer look.
A Nike model that reinvents the jelly shoe trend
On 7 August, Hailey Bieber was spotted in Beverly Hills wearing the Nike REJUVEN8 Run OG Jelly Sneakers in the Light Lemon Twist colourway. The first thing that catches your eye is the material: the shoe features a translucent PVC exoskeleton that gives it the signature look of a jelly shoe while firmly placing it in the world of the performance trainer.
What also sets this model apart is its inner construction. The sneaker incorporates a removable mesh sock liner housed inside the perforated shell. In practice, this means the wearer can choose to let their feet show through the translucent structure, or cover them using the inner lining. Two looks, one pair.
For fans of bold-coloured sneakers, this detail is anything but trivial. It offers genuine styling flexibility, something the classic jelly shoe trend didn’t necessarily allow for.
How Hailey Bieber put her outfit together
The Rhode founder was not going for understated. She paired her neon trainers with an all-black sportswear set by Alo Yoga, consisting of the Sway Full Zip Hoodie and the Alosoft High-Waist 7/8 Highlight legging. The contrast between the matte black of the outfit and the bright yellow of the shoes lets the Nike model do all the talking without overloading the look.
For accessories, Bieber went with her Vivid 90s Style 37 sunglasses and a Zigzag headband by Kitsch, available in black and tortoiseshell. Choices that stay firmly within a sportswear logic, without trying to compete with the visual impact of the sneakers.
- Nike REJUVEN8 Run OG Jelly sneakers in Light Lemon Twist
- Alo Yoga Sway Full Zip Hoodie in black
- Alo Yoga Alosoft High-Waist 7/8 Highlight legging
- Vivid 90s Style 37 sunglasses
- Kitsch Zigzag headband in black or tortoiseshell
The jelly shoe trend is moving into sneaker territory
This isn’t the first time Hailey Bieber has made headlines for her footwear choices. Her sneaker wardrobe is already well known for its range, from Miu Miu ballet styles to rare Nike collaborations and New Balance Gender Inclusive 530s. Yet this new model marks a turning point, embodying a hybrid trend that is very much on the rise.
The jelly shoe trend is back in full force, but in a form we haven’t seen before. It’s no longer confined to flat summer sandals, it’s now making its way into the performance trainer. That shift towards the sneaker is precisely what makes this phenomenon relevant to a wider audience, including those who would never have reached for a classic jelly sandal.
Other brands have also picked up on this momentum. Among the models riding this wave are the Puma Mostro Jelly, the Puma Fade Jellied, the Melissa Motion Jelly Sneaker, and the Balenciaga Radar Sneakers. The sneaker-inflected jelly shoe trend clearly extends well beyond a single model.
What this look actually means for your wardrobe
If you’re still on the fence, the combination Bieber put together offers a concrete starting point. A dark monochrome sportswear set makes the perfect backdrop for letting a pair of translucent or brightly coloured sneakers take centre stage. The result is graphic without being showy.
On top of that, the removable sock liner on the Nike model lets you adjust the look depending on the occasion. Worn without the lining, the sneaker leans fully into the jelly shoe aesthetic. With the sock, it reads more like a conventional trainer. That modularity is a compelling argument for anyone who wants to try the trend without fully committing to it. The jelly shoe trend has never been easier to work into your everyday wardrobe.
