Furbies, the must-have toy of the late ’90s that never seemed to switch off and is likely still hidden somewhere in your parents’ loft, are making a comeback. With the ’90s fashion revival in full swing (think cargo trousers), quirky footwear brand HEYDUDE has tapped into our nostalgia by launching a Furby-themed collection.
That’s right, those peculiar hybrid creatures are back, but this time, they’re gracing your shoes. The new slip-on range features two standout designs.
The first is a leopard print style (£74.99), paying homage to the original Furby colours and the ubiquity of leopard print in 1999. A charming Furby dangles from the laces while miniature Furbies pepper the print.
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But the real head-turner — and our top pick — is the rainbow pair (£69.99) that fully embodies the Furby frenzy. They showcase the iconic face, furry accents, and those distinctive pointy ears; they’re loud, nostalgic, and slightly madcap in the best possible way, reports OK!
Naturally, you may be slightly perplexed when deciding how to style them. Our advice is to embrace this 90s vibe fully — rock them with rhinestone-embellished jeans à la Lizzie McGuire, or pin your hair up with some butterfly clips to channel the Tammy Girl look of old.
The latest HEYDUDE shoe collection has already received positive reviews from customers. One satisfied individual loved the “comfy and cute” shoes: “I feel some childish joy as a 33-year-old woman, and I hope you someday re-collaborate and make more Furby colours.”
Moreover, a patron who opted for the leopard-print variation was thrilled, sharing, “(I) love these Furby HEYDUDEs. I get a ton of compliments on them. They are cute and comfortable. I love the keychain they came with.”
It’s important to note that this range caters specifically to women and teenagers, which left one customer feeling a bit left out: “I owned a Furby as a kid and was like, no way when I saw this. I clicked fast…oh, it’s only women, and (HEYDUDE) definitely don’t have my size.”
Nevertheless, another buyer noted: “They are so cute and fit well. I’m a size 8-8.5, I got the 8, but I have thin feet. If you have wider feet, go up a size if you’re in between sizes. (I) definitely would have loved these as a kid in the 90s.”
HEYYUDE’s Furby-inspired footwear is a throwback to ’90s fashion, delivering a delightful mix of comfort and retro style churned with a dash of fun chaos—you can bag a pair for yourself here. And while we ride the nostalgia wave, why not complete the trip with the dream of a Spice Girls comeback?
If the thought of Furby shoes has sent you down memory lane, you’ll be pleased to find the Tammy Girl edit at ASOS. This chic yet spunky collection features ruched mini dresses and cargo skirts, with price tags starting from £5.
Alternatively, PrettyLittleThing has an entire section on its website dedicated to ’90s fashion. We particularly like this camo-print mini skirt (£9.50), which channels some serious Destiny’s Child Survivor vibes.