Why your Yeezy Slides can't be in direct sunlight. This is how you'll protect your summer drip.

Yeezy Slides are undoubtedly some of the most comfortable and stylish slippers from adidas that you can get for the summer. Their secret lies in the special lightweight EVA foam, which, after a few wears, perfectly conforms to your foot, making you feel like you're walking on a cloud. However, this premium material has one huge enemy that you'll encounter at every step in the summer: extreme heat and direct sunlight.

If you leave your Yeezy Slides lying on the beach, by the pool on hot paving, or behind a car window, you might be in for a very unpleasant surprise. Due to their specific material properties, these shoes can brutally shrink in the sun. Even by two full sizes, which won't be pleasing even if you know your exact Yeezy Slide size.

Physics that will destroy your slippers

How is this even possible? EVA foam is essentially made of millions of microscopic air bubbles sealed in a polymer. When these bubbles are exposed to high temperatures (a few tens of minutes in direct July sun or in a closed, hot car are enough), the air inside them begins to expand, and the polymer structure around them loosens. Once the shoe then cools, the material shrinks and solidifies into a new, much smaller size. The same problem also affects the iconic Yeezy Foam RNNR.

The result is a shoe that is not only optically smaller but also loses its typical softness, hardens, and becomes unwearable. What's worse – this process is completely irreversible. Once the foam shrinks and hardens in this way, you can never return it to its original state. And, of course, this type of damage is not covered by any warranty claim, as it is due to improper use of the product.

Three golden rules for keeping your Yeezy Slides safe

To avoid throwing your dream Slides into the trash after the first week, stick to these simple guidelines:

1. Shade is your best friend: When you're at the pool, lido, or beach and going into the water, don't leave your slippers lying in the middle of a towel in direct sunlight. Always hide them under a towel, under a sun lounger, or throw them into the shade under an umbrella. Classic adidas Adilette can also be an alternative for the summer.

2. A car is not a shoe rack: Never leave Yeezy Slides lying on the dashboard, back shelf, or floor of a car where the sun shines through the glass. Glass acts as a magnifying glass, and the temperature inside a car hidden in a shopping mall parking lot can easily exceed fifty degrees. That's instant death for EVA foam.

3. Beware of hot water: If your Slides are dirty with mud or sand, forget about hot water, a washing machine, or a dryer. Instead, read the instructions on how to clean Yeezy Slides. Always wash them exclusively with cold or lukewarm water and gently wipe away dirt with a cloth and a little soap. Let them dry naturally at home in the room, definitely not on a hot radiator. Also read other tips on Yeezy shoe care.

At Purekickz, we want your drip to stay in top condition for as long as possible. We provide a hundred percent originality guarantee for all pairs. If you want to be sure when buying, check out our article on how to spot fake Yeezy Slides, and before getting a new pair, explore our Yeezy Slides Sizing Guide.

Yeezy Slides are an investment in comfort and style, so take care of them on summer days. A little attention is all it takes, and they will survive many unforgettable seasons with you. For other models in your shoe rack, our general guide on how to properly care for sneakers will also be useful.