Furbies hold a special place in the hearts of those who grew up during the late ’90s. They were the must-have toy that never seemed to switch off and are likely still hidden away in your parents’ loft, ready to spring back to life.
With the ’90s making a comeback (remember cargo trousers?), eccentric footwear brand HEYDUDE has answered our nostalgic prayers by launching a Furby collection. That’s right — those peculiar squirrel-owl-gremlin hybrid toys have returned, but this time, they’re gracing your feet.
The new slip-on shoes are available in two eye-catching styles. The first is a leopard print design (£74.99), paying homage to the original Furby colours and acknowledging that leopard print was essentially a staple in 1999. A charming Furby dangles from the laces, while miniature Furbies adorn the print, reports OK!.
However, the real standout—and our personal pick—is the rainbow pair (£69.99) that fully encapsulates Furby mayhem. They showcase the iconic face, fluffy accents, and distinctive pointy ears; they’re loud, nostalgic, and slightly wild in the best possible way.
Of course, you might be somewhat puzzled about how to wear them. Our suggestion? Fully embrace the ’90s aesthetic — pair them with rhinestone-embellished jeans in true Lizzie McGuire fashion, or use butterfly clips to pin up your hair for a throwback Tammy Girl look.
HEYDUDE’s latest footwear collection has received glowing reviews from early adopters. One customer described the rainbow pair as “so comfy and cute,” sharing, “I feel some childish joy as a 33-year-old woman, and I hope you someday re-collaborate and make more Furby colours.”
Another happy customer who purchased the leopard-print design raved, “(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 targets women and teenagers. This fact left one shopper feeling let down, who commented: “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.”
On the other hand, another satisfied customer remarked: “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.”
The Furby-themed shoes from HEYDUDE encapsulate the quintessential ’90s vibe, offering comfort, nostalgia, and a dash of fun—you can find them here. If only we could get a Spice Girls comeback, our ’90s dreams would be complete.
ASOS’s Tammy Girl edit is worth checking out for those yearning for more throwback fashion. The collection features an array of cute yet bold pieces, including ruched mini dresses and cargo skirts, with prices starting at just £5.
Alternatively, PrettyLittleThing has a whole category devoted to ’90s style on its website. We’re particularly fond of this camo-print mini skirt (£9); it channels some serious Destiny’s Child Survivor vibes.