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Slippers

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srn63 Thu 22-Feb-24 10:52:07

I wonder if anyone has any recommendations for a decent pair of slippers that are not too "grannyish"! I would like some that are robust because I do pop outside in them and have been known to do a bit of gardening in them and I want them to stay on well i.e. not mules because I tend to trip in them. Hopefully some that do not get too big over time either.

maddyone Sun 25-Feb-24 18:31:11

I absolutely love, love, love my slippers. I wear sheepskin mules so can’t really advise the OP.

BlueBelle Sun 25-Feb-24 18:51:03

I have crocs with a fur lining love them because they don’t even look like slippers but are warm and comfortable

Greciangirl Sun 25-Feb-24 19:12:51

Why would you wear your slippers in the garden.
Think of the dirt you are treading in.

There are outdoor and indoor shoes and slippers for me.

Germanshepherdsmum Sun 25-Feb-24 19:57:16

Me too.

Granmarderby10 Sun 25-Feb-24 20:14:15

We have really really good doormats and crocs are so easy to wash and dry.
I find closed in slippers extremely sweaty, but love a slipper sock for lounging in- the ones with little rubber bits on the soles.

MissAdventure Sun 25-Feb-24 20:15:22

I go in and out like s fiddlers elbow when I'm able.
I start with all good intentions but they soon dissipate.

srn63 Sun 25-Feb-24 22:46:15

Thanks everyone, all suggestions taken on board, loads that I hadn't thought of.

MissAdventure Sun 25-Feb-24 22:47:11

Good luck.
I hope you can sort it out (for the cat, mostly) smile

MissAdventure Sun 25-Feb-24 22:51:12

Ooops.
I'm on the wrong thread grin

Grammaretto Mon 26-Feb-24 07:09:22

MissAdventure grin
Your answer fits most questions!

Shropshirelass Mon 26-Feb-24 10:05:02

I buy mine from Snow Paw. I do buy the backless ones but they have thick soles and stay on my feet well.

Doodledog Mon 26-Feb-24 10:21:23

MissAdventure

Good luck.
I hope you can sort it out (for the cat, mostly) smile

I've never seen a cat wearing slippers - I bet there's a gap in the market there for an enterprising type grin.

I have weak ankles, so can't wear even flat mules, as I slip out of them.

karmalady Mon 26-Feb-24 10:27:20

My podiatrist called crocs the shoes of the devil. I threw all mine out when I got home

Greta Mon 26-Feb-24 11:02:42

Traditional slippers are not for me.I just find them depressing somehow. Indoors I wear good plimsolls. The ones I have now are Rocket Dog. They fit my feet very well and are sturdy but light.
One issue I have with footwear is finding a size 3. If you're considering downsizing to size 3 - don't! I'm often advised "have you tried the children's department?"

Granmarderby10 Mon 26-Feb-24 20:34:54

But some kids shoes are fabulously cute these days Greta. I’d rather wear a fluffy eared daft character slipper than a fuddy duddy sweaty woolly tartan creation.

sunglow12 Mon 26-Feb-24 22:34:36

I like Cosy fit slipper/ sandals . Washable, cotton ,2 Velcro fasteners and comfy and supportive for my feet . I think mules in particular are hazardous for older people.

hazelwood12 Thu 21-Aug-25 15:37:21

My Deep Sea Black NAMI Slide sandals have proven themselves surprisingly robust for quick trips outside and gardening tasks alike, staying securely on my feet without being "grannyish," without stretching out over time, and without becoming loose over time. Consider giving these a try if you want something practical yet non-frumpy!

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