In September 2016, Kanye West [1] presented a largely monochromatic black-and-white runway collection under the Yeezy label. It was a Spring 2017 show rife with bodysuits, anoraks, track suits, and, yes, the first taste of PVC we got in recent memory. With a futuristic vibe, though, it still felt a little unattainable. Sure, see-through plastic thigh-high boots might work for Kim Kardashian [2] and company, but could we really rock the look without raised eyebrows?
Lucky for us, after a few years of adaptation, we're officially announcing this Summer as the season of PVC. Some of the most elegant brands have created everything from classic pointed-toe pumps to mixed-media woven bags from the material. While we still might steer clear of the Kardashian-West statement boots [3], we're still surely making a statement all our own with these newer, more wearable PVC pieces for Summer.
Yeezy
Yeezy PVC Sandals [4] ($840).
Fivestory
Fivestory NY Mini PVC Top Handle Bag in Light Blue [5] ($178).
Tabitha Simmons
Tabitha Simmons Hermione PVC Flats [6] ($695).
Junya Watanabe
Junya Watanabe Logo Print Tote [7] ($260).
Sam Edelman
Sam Edelman Yaro PVC Band Ankle Strap Suede Sandals [8] ($145).
Prada
Prada Logo-Print Clear PVC Tote [9] ($940).
Schutz
Schutz Geisy PVC Block Heel Sandals [10] ($180).
Loeffler Randall
Loeffler Randall Lydia PVC, Leather, and Gingham Canvas Tote [11] ($295).
Miu Miu
Miu Miu Red and Black Buckle PVC Ballerina Flats [12] ($690).
Marc Jacobs
Marc Jacobs Redux Grunge Fruit Tote [13] ($225).
Tibi
Tibi PVC 1 Inch Belt [14] ($75).
Zara
Zara Vinyl Shopper With Leather [15] ($70).