Melissa and Ganni are tapping into the energy of Copenhagen summers with a limited-edition flip-flop collection launching Monday. Melissa x Ganni Esther Theaker Through the collaboration between the Brazilian footwear brand and the Copenhagen-based fashion house, Melissa’s jelly shoes are imbued with bold color, tactile details and a hint of irreverence. The capsule is intended to easily pair with Ganni’s high summer collection. The collection features two styles: the Melissa Thong Kitten Heel, an elevated classic flip-flop, and the Melissa Flip Flop Slim, a playful and feminine option with a ruffled strap. Colorways include red, yellow, blue, black and leopard print. Melissa x Ganni Esther Theaker Melissa director Paulo Pedó told FN, “Ganni has a very distinctive point of view on dressing — one that balances attitude with a sense of irreverence. It reflects and reinterprets the Danish everyday in a way that feels both effortless and expressive. In addition, the brand plays an important role in contemporary fashion by offering a more accessible and conscious approach, without compromising on personality.” Melissa x Ganni Esther Theaker Many people can remember wearing jelly shoes in their early days, and that goes for Ganni’s creative director Ditte Reffstrup, who told FN, “I’ve always loved jelly shoes. I grew up with them, so there’s something very nostalgic
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