Global lifestyle brand UGG has unveiled a new sandal pictorial featuring Youngseo of All-Day Project. Released through fashion magazine W Korea, the editorial captures Youngseo’s refined presence as she brings UGG’s 26SS sandal collection to life with effortless sophistication. Moving seamlessly from casual daywear to structured suiting and flowing long dresses, the pictorial shows how sandals can go beyond seasonal function and become a defining part of a polished wardrobe.
While UGG has long been associated with colder seasons, the brand continues to expand its identity through a stronger summer offering. This season, it is not simply presenting lightweight footwear, but a more complete vision that combines practicality, design, and personal styling potential. The new campaign with All-Day Project’s Youngseo makes that shift especially clear.
A New Standard for Summer Sandals
One of the standout pieces in the collection is the GoldenGlow Toggle. A reinterpretation of UGG’s signature summer sandal GoldenGlow, this new model preserves the thick platform sole and lightweight comfort that made the original popular, while introducing toggle details and removable laces for a more fashion-forward feel. It is a sandal built on ease, yet elevated by its ability to take on different moods through styling.
The outsole, made with sugarcane EVA, offers lightness and reliable cushioning underfoot. With waterproof construction, it is also suitable for rainy days, resort settings, and outdoor activities near water. Expectations for summer shoes have changed. Style alone is no longer enough. Comfort, ease of care, and adaptability across different settings now matter just as much. The GoldenGlow Toggle answers those demands with impressive balance.
Customization as a Style Statement
What makes the GoldenGlow Toggle especially interesting is its versatility. Because both the laces and toggle can be removed, the sandal can shift in character depending on how it is styled. In the video released alongside the pictorial by W Korea, All-Day Project’s Youngseo replaces the original laces with leather ones and adds charms, creating a distinctive look that feels entirely personal.
That moment reflects one of fashion’s most compelling currents today. Rather than wearing a branded look exactly as it is presented, women increasingly want to reinterpret it through their own taste. A small detail can transform the entire impression of an outfit, and a familiar item can suddenly feel new again. In that sense, the GoldenGlow Toggle offers more than design. It opens the door to self-expression.
Minimal Refinement With the GoldenGaze Toe Post
Another new model introduced by UGG this season is the GoldenGaze Toe Post. This sandal takes a quieter approach, relying on a minimal silhouette and the soft luxury of suede rather than overt ornamentation. Its clean lines make it easy to pair with a wide range of looks, giving it strong versatility for daily wear.
In Youngseo’s pictorial, the sandal appears just as convincing with relaxed styling as it does with a tailored suit set or a long dress. Summer footwear can often feel too casual or visually limited, but the GoldenGaze Toe Post maintains a refined mood without compromising comfort. The lightweight, flexible outsole moves naturally with the foot, while the leather lining, infused with peppermint, offers antibacterial and odor-resistant functionality for a fresher wearing experience. It is a design that considers not only visual elegance, but also how the shoe feels in real life.
How All-Day Project’s Youngseo Reframed Sandal Styling
In this pictorial, All-Day Project’s Youngseo does not wear UGG sandals as simple summer essentials. Instead, she treats them as a central styling element that shapes the balance of the entire look. In casual outfits, they feel youthful, easy, and relaxed. In more polished looks, they introduce a sense of controlled ease and understated confidence. The result is a broader and more compelling view of what sandal styling can be.
This is precisely why the collection feels so relevant. In travel, one wants sandals that are comfortable and practical. In the city, one wants shoes that still look elegant and composed. When one pair can answer both needs, a summer wardrobe becomes far more complete. UGG’s latest sandal collection moves close to that ideal.
As the season changes, attention naturally turns to what we wear on our feet. Shoes that feel light, comfortable, and stylish have the power to elevate everyday life and transform the mood of an entire outfit. UGG’s new pictorial with All-Day Project’s Youngseo offers an elegant reminder that summer sandals can be far more sophisticated, versatile, and expressive than expected.
The new UGG sandals worn by Youngseo are available at offline stores nationwide and through Shinsegae V, the brand’s official online mall.