We’re calling this pair from the Swedish label “palate-cleansers” and not just because they’re in a refreshing pistachio shade but because in a world where slides come decked out in logos, jewels or fur, these simple ones are ones you can wear without having them wear you.

We’re not saying the brand started the booming popularity of rubber slides but then again, it’s near impossible to spot someone who isn’t wearing a pair of these iconic slides. But this season though, they come in fluorescent colours because you know, who doesn’t want anybody to know that their slides are…Gucci.

For those who simply just want a simple pair of slides, this braided leather one is a winner – the cheerful shade of orange means you can wear it from Summer into Fall and its refined design means no one is going to bat an eyelid if you wear it to swankier places such as restaurants or bars.

Maybe pool slides aren’t your thing because you can’t shake off their locker-room effect so these pretty slides are a guaranteed pleaser instead. No one is going to frown at the tropical print or the statement-making bow that screams summer vibes, and because they’re slides, they’re also your slip-on-and-immediately-go shoes.

We’re not entirely sure you can wear them out because if you’re the kind who does a lot of walking or who doesn’t mind stepping in puddles (why though? Asking for a friend.), these pair of slides might not last beyond their first wear. But consider wearing them at home (or at a home party) instead to lounge back; they look perfect when worn with slip or smock dresses.

Everything we sort-of hated in the ‘80s are on these slides – the neon blue, fluorescent green and vinyl upper (remember those visors?), but that’s also what we like about these slides. Somehow, they work. It’s that perfect pop of colour if you’re usually averse to colours and once you retire them this summer, you can wear them all day long at the pool.

In the classic shade of black, we can’t imagine where you wouldn’t wear them: Parties, dinners, downstairs to collect your mail or even when you’re seriously putting the casual in casual Fridays. The added bonus? Its refined silhouette that also doesn’t make a rubber sandal’s iconic slapping sound when you walk.