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The Summer Espadrille Trend Gets a Moana-Inspired Makeover With HeyDude’s New Slip-Ons

The casual footwear brand's freshest release nods to the 2026 live-action film by featuring themed artwork, nautical beading, and colorful 3D florals.

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When Disney’s live-action reimagining of “Moana” hit theaters on July 10, 2026, the beloved ocean adventure brought a new wave of island-inspired fashion and collectibles beyond the big screen, going so far as to touch one of summer’s most popular footwear trends: espadrilles.

We’re talking about HeyDude’s latest release, of course, which is a women’s “Moana” shoe that puts a Disney spin on this classic warm-weather silhouette.

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These espadrilles layer on the charm with built-in accessories. Color-happy crochet flowers bloom on the heel counter, while seashell beads dangle from the lace eyelets.

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Optimized with the brand’s signature HeyComf cushioning, the “Moana” espadrille benefits from breathable cotton-linen uppers, removable insoles depicting Moana riding a wave while holding a spear, and flexible EVA outsoles.

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Available in adult sizes 5-12 on Amazon, the stepper is further bedecked by Polynesian motifs and multicolored flower appliqués, leveraging another breakout obsession in the world of footwear: 3D florals, as spotted on celebrities like Zara Larsson. The elastic laces here deliver a more accommodating fit and are decorated with seashell beads, extending the “Moana” references.

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In honor of Catherine Laga’aia’s adaptation, HeyDude’s rollout also levels up its espadrille with limited-edition branding on each tongue (because sometimes strengths lie beneath the surface).

Our favorite element, though? That rope material wrapping around the midsoles: a trademark of espadrilles. With origins in Spain, the style has become a go-to for editors, influencers, and celebrities alike — appreciated for its comfort and wearability in flat or high wedge form, on surfaces from concrete and grass to sand.

A woman in Spain wearing black lace-up espadrille wedges on June 11, 2026.

A woman in Spain wearing black lace-up espadrille wedges on June 11, 2026. Courtesy Getty Images

HeyDude’s “Moana” slip-on isn’t the first shoe to be unveiled in the past few months hand in hand with Disney. In June, “Toy Story 5” characters were brought to life courtesy of a collection from Clove, complete with Woody-, Buzz-, and Jessie-themed sneakers.

In 2016, Havaianas created its own “Moana” flip-flops, too, and a solid decade later, brands continue paying tribute to the franchise. Hop on the bandwagon for under $80 with this delightful Disney x HeyDude collab.

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The lightweight slip-on combines breathable cotton fabric with soft, airy hues.

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Sophie Dunne is an E-Commerce Writer at Penske Media, writing across WWD, Footwear News, Billboard, Rolling Stone, and The Hollywood Reporter. Originally from Ireland and based in Los Angeles, Dunne previously worked at Static Media as a writer and editor, covering lifestyle, fashion, shopping, sex and relationships, entertainment, travel, home and garden, tech, history, and food. Her bylines have appeared in The List, Women.com, Islands, Grunge, WebMD, and more. Dunne holds a degree in humanities from Carlow College, St. Patrick’s (now South East Technological University) in her native Ireland.

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