Melissa Sneakers
Melissa is Brazilian and has been known since 1979 for its scented jelly shoes made from flexible plastic, starting with the Aranha sandal. From Riviera roots to collaborations with Gaultier and Westwood. On Solezilla, you can quickly see where your pair is available—and how much you save.
About Melissa
Melissa comes from Brazil, from the Grendene family, and set the tone in 1979 with the Melissa Aranha: a plastic sandal inspired by the beach sandals worn by fishermen on the French Riviera. Since then, everything has revolved around jelly shoes made from flexible plastic that bends with your feet, shines like wet lacquer and releases a subtle scent as soon as you open the box. The label pushes shapes forward through collaborations with names such as Jean-Paul Gaultier, Thierry Mugler, Vivienne Westwood and Zaha Hadid, giving familiar silhouettes a futuristic twist. That scent and material have become its signature; you can recognise them before you even see the shoes. Whether you’re looking for that Aranha energy or an avant-garde version from a collaboration, you’ll find them together here. On Solezilla, you can see at a glance which shops have your size and which version makes the most sense for your budget, without endlessly hopping between tabs.
Frequently asked questions about Melissa
Where and when did Melissa start making shoes?
In Brazil, at manufacturer Grendene. The first model appeared in 1979: the Melissa Aranha, inspired by the fishermen’s sandals worn on the French Riviera.
What are Melissa shoes known for?
Scented jelly shoes made from flexible plastic and high-profile collaborations with designers such as Jean-Paul Gaultier, Thierry Mugler, Vivienne Westwood and Zaha Hadid.
How does Melissa sizing run?
Melissa generally runs true to size. Always check the size chart and specifications from the retailer you access through Solezilla for the best fit.
Where is the easiest place to compare Melissa prices and variants?
On Solezilla. For each Melissa model, we list affiliated shops and current prices side by side, including collabs, so you can quickly find the right version in your size.
What is the most popular Melissa sneaker?
Right now the Melissa Mini Melissa Free Platform Slide Hello Kitty and Friends Red White (37875-BS341) is the most sought-after Melissa, with a Hypescore of 13 GSv.