# Cloud-Inspired Rubber Slides Fendi Released the Cloud Slides Made for the Summer Season By Mickey Phoon | Published 2023-03-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudinspired-rubber-slides References: [fendi](https://www.fendi.com/us-en/man/shoes/fendi-cloud-slides-black-rubber-slides-7x1573amfgf0qa1) [Fendi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mad-architects-and-fendi) has released cloud-inspired rubber slides called the Fendi Cloud Slides for the upcoming warm summer season. The slides are inspired by the concept of floating clouds and bring a [comfort-focused aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comfort-recovery-slide) to life. The slides are most suitable for poolside wear or the beach as they are an [alternative to traditional sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-x-staple-stratx-slides). The Fendi Cloud Slides are constructed out of an Italian-made premium rubber material. Consumers can choose from classic black, beige, and orange colorways. The cloud-inspired rubber slides contain the brand's “FF” logo placed all over in a horizontal pattern. The design of the slides is similar to the shape of a bubble as each bump slightly pops out to ensure comfort and to mimic the feeling of a fluffy cloud. The slides are available for $520. Image Credit: Fendi ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cloud-inspired Footwear:** There is an opportunity to create a line of shoes or sandals that are inspired by nature elements like clouds. - **Comfort-focused Aesthetics:** Designers can focus on creating designs that prioritize comfort and are aesthetically pleasing to consumers. - **Alternative Summer Footwear:** Designers and brands can create unique footwear options for summer that are not traditional sandals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion retailers and designers can take inspiration from the concept of nature to create summer footwear. - **Tourism:** Tourism companies can partner with fashion brands to create footwear options that are perfect for poolside and beach activities. - **Sports and Fitness:** Sports and fitness brands can create similar cloud-inspire footwear that are perfect for activities like yoga and pilates. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pool Slide Heeled Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipped-flop.md) - [Cozy Fur Platform Slides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calm-elevation-slide.md) - [Cool Blue-Tonal Summer Slides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-force.md) - [Hybrid Sneaker-Inspired Slides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-jordan-roam.md) - [Stylish Slide Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-slide.md) - [Advanced Athlete Recovery Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recovery-slides.md) - [Sculpted Next-Gen Material Slides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-x-staple-stratx-slides.md) - [Modern Recovery Slides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mind-001.md) - [Fuzzy Plush Clog Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-calm-mule.md)