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I need new slippers - recommendations please.

(43 Posts)
Quizzer Sun 25-Aug-24 11:56:17

Flyflot. A bit pricey but the most comfortable I have ever owned!

GranJan60 Sun 25-Aug-24 11:53:59

Yes I agree - the German wool slippers like these and Gieswein are expensive but well worth it as they are warm, and breathable so you can wear them in summer with bare feet. They also often have support insoles, although you can use your own - I think these are important if you are mainly wearing slippers all day.

sandelf Sun 25-Aug-24 11:52:56

I use Skechers lightweight shoes (Reggae Fest for me). There are various easy on/off styles, so can go in and out without changing. But if your floors are cold they might not be enough.

nahsma Sun 25-Aug-24 11:28:13

Homeys! Cannot recommend too highly! Not the cheapest, but super warm, super comfy. With a sole that's good enough to take the recycling out or bring the logs in. So good that my son, my daughter and their partners are converts, too. homeys.co.uk/

essjay Sun 25-Aug-24 11:26:13

i got some really nice moccasin type from hush puppy for my sister

slightlyvixed Sun 25-Aug-24 11:22:38

www.westmorlandsheepskins.co.uk/collections/slippers-womens-hardsole/products/westmorland-womens-sheepskinslippers-cadi

I have these from Westmorland Sheepskins, called Cadi. Have a hard sole and a back which I regard as essential. Have been lovely and warm all winter.

NotSpaghetti Fri 23-Aug-24 00:57:05

Sheepskin ones are cosy and a good pair lasts years.
These are our favourites:

www.shepherdofsweden.com/uk/?culture=en-GB¤cy=GBP&channelCountry=GB&channel=Shepherd-UK

25Avalon Thu 22-Aug-24 21:38:50

Drapers of Glastonbury. Not cheap but real sheepskin that keeps your feet warm as toast. They will last a good year or more. Also they are made in Somerset so you are helping a British company.

Patsy70 Thu 22-Aug-24 21:20:31

Moshulu for me, in bright colours.

Jaxjacky Thu 22-Aug-24 20:45:55

I have Raynauds, so cold feet, M&S suede moccasin slippers are fine for me, £25, if it’s really cold I use Hothands foot warmers. The slippers are comfortable, have a back and proper soles for a walk to the bin.

Reubenblue Thu 22-Aug-24 20:25:15

My feet are always frozen so I wear sheepskin, favourite make is Drapers. There are lots of good sheepskin ones though.

Indigo8 Thu 22-Aug-24 19:57:35

Like Casdon I have sheepskin slipper boots from Celtic and Co, they are very cosy. They do a range of sheepskin slippers. Expensive but they last forever.

Georgesgran Thu 22-Aug-24 19:47:31

I’ve got those Beechnut but they’re looking a bit tatty now. I’ve just bought some pink velvety slippers from M&S in a sort of loafer style. Hard soles, so I can go outside and just £17.50, but I’ll get a warmer boot style pair for winter.

midgey Thu 22-Aug-24 19:30:13

Hotter do some nice ones. (They also do some horrid ones!)

Aldom Thu 22-Aug-24 19:29:47

Kitty I wear Haflingers clogs, with arch support. They are very well fitting and safe to wear. Other styles are available by this maker. I've been wearing their indoor shoes/slippers for around 16 years. My daughter wears them too. I'm several years older than you and don't feel concerned about falling whilst wearing this type of footwear. They are on the expensive side, but worth the money.

Casdon Thu 22-Aug-24 19:28:03

I’ve just bought some sheepskin ones from Celtic&Co which are lovely, they cover your whole foot and have proper soles. There was a huge choice of colours.

Beechnut Thu 22-Aug-24 19:08:30

What about the slippers that look like Ugg boots kitty. I bought my daughter a pair of spotty ones from Moshulu.

kittylester Thu 22-Aug-24 19:03:56

Just that really.

I get really cold feet, need quite a bit of support and I am not too keen on backless as I worry about falling downstairs.

Please don't suggest granny slippers as I am only 75 so nowhere near old enough for those.