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Not crocs
Not socks
Not indoor shoes
Not indoor trainers
Not popping to the bin
Not for the school run
What toasty warm slippers for inside?
I just got some of these from Amazon – they seem to be doing the job so far – insulated so they keep my feet warm, but they don't get *too* hot.
Custom made suade moccasins lined with the posh wool of your choice.
Extra points if they have tassels on them (-;
Birkenstocks and wooly socks. Cosy
The Birkenstocks are 17 years old, I got them resoled and they are like new
Who uses crocs as slippers?
What are indoor shoes?
What are indoor trainers?
Who wears slippers for the school run?
Hut booties. Choose your outdoor manufacturer. The North Face for me.
Furry lined crocs. Ideal for popping out to the bin and tremendous for indoor slipper duties.
Isobaa often discounted on Sports Pursuit as they are merino so they don't get smelly (I wear with Merino socks)
I got some posh Birkenstocks for my birthday last month. They should hopefully last me a good few years (especially considering the cost!)
I got bought some Gumbies ones for Christmas maybe 3 or 4 years ago, and they look like new, so them. Considering I have perennially cold feet (Raynaud's) otherwise so wear them constantly in the house from about September to May, there's pretty impressive.
Mahabis here, very nice
I was given some Ugg slippers a few years ago. Totally unwanted but they're actually really nice. Pretty toasty but not sweaty.
I accidentally wore them to work once but we don't talk about that.
Furry lined crocs. Ideal for popping out to the bin and tremendous for indoor slipper duties.
I wear whatever cheap Croc-analogues happen to be around, which is a pair I bought years ago from one of the cheap shoe retailers in town.
The only problem I’ve found with them is that after I’ve been trimming the hedges out front, the thorns go right through the sole! Easy to find and pull out, though. I’m getting another pair this year, and I’m definitely getting some fleece liners for them.
The Merrell versions look fantastic, but I’m not spending £90 on a pair, £9 is more like it, plus about the same for the liner.
Having said that, these reflective ones with a proper heel strap would be good, with a decent fleece liner…
I had the previous version of the Rab Cirrus, was a bit disappointed that they didn't last, warm and cozy but I think they're just basically designed for relatively infrequent use and I wore em too much? They didn't fall apart or anything, they just got compressed and tired and baggy and lost a bunch of their warmth.
Nearly got another pair even so as they were lovely while they lasted but I ended up with the same amazon specials as Johndoh, had em a year now and they're good as new and still very warm and comfy. Not quite as warm as the Rabs and they don't have the same super soft sleeping bag feel, they're a wee bit more shoe-ey.
(I know you said "not popping to the bin" but honestly being able to pop to the bin in your slippers is really good)
My wife bought me some Ugg Tasman slippers last year, they're far too warm in the summer (or if it's above 15c) but for the colder months they're perfect.
I'm currently wearing these:
https://www.outdoorandcountry.co.uk/mens-barbour-monty-house-slippers-aw17.html?c=Brown
Got them as a Xmas pressy 3 years ago and are wearing well. Proper sole which won't wear out - definitely the best slippers I've ever had (not that I've had many) but I didn't realise they cost that much!!
It's hilarious/tragic how middle aged men are too precious to just wear normal slippers, and have to have some kind of outdoorsy or hipster option instead.
Just own it and pop down M&S.
Can't beat a classic pair like this: https://www.marksandspencer.com/herringbone-slippers-with-freshfeet/p/clp60695674?prevPage=srp#intid=pid_pg1pip48g4r2c2
I have the Rab hut slippers, plenty warm enough. There is a higher "ankle boot" version as well. Sometimes crop up in their Mountain Outfitters factory outlet if you are nearby, but probably not this time of year.
Though definitely Crocs for the bin run. Especially with the lights fitted for dark night bin runs
Who uses crocs as slippers?
Me
What are indoor shoes?
The furry croc replacement of five ten slippers
What are indoor trainers?
Five ten slip ons
Who wears slippers for the school run?
I've been tempted to wear them on the school bike run. They are just a pair of trainers I only wear in the house
: )
Agree, never really seen the point of 'normal' slippers apart from when occasionally walking across cold internal floors but your feet being warm enough otherwise. For feet generally just cold then heat holders (with sole grips) are a better solution
Got some Bikenstock Zermatts, but it's not been cold enough to use them yet. I work from home a couple of days a week and tend to stand for a lot of that time, so need something for my battered feets to make them feel normal again. Have been in Birk Arizonas this summer which have been good.
Gumbies died after 1, maybe 2 winters for me, holes in soles worn (and burned with charcoal I stepped on accidentally, oops).
Five ten slip ons
Terrible you can't get these any more. Bought some at the start of the first lockdown after recommendation on here, and they are just starting to wear out.
Too right on what M&S or M&M have online and easy.
I am currently 'rocking' some Penguin (brand, not imagery) leather clogs and warms socks if needed.
These. Comfy, warm, good bottoms, top class.
https://www.skechers.co.uk/relaxed-fit-melson---harmen/210378_TAN.html
https://www.keenfootwear.co.uk/products/mens-howser-ii-black-iris-magnet
I guess you could call them 'indoor shoes'. But they're what I wear. Very warm. Very hardwearing, lasted for over three years.
Chakaping's M&S link have been my go to for years, good all round use. I suffer from cold feet and they just work.
Still wearing my winter 2020 Gumbies booties, they're my only slippers and I wear them every day on hard floors WFH
Birkenstock slippers. Wool lining is optional. I don’t.
Can’t beat a classic pair like this
There are just certain things that are a psychological step too far. Even if you’re being ironic. It’s not like you can see your dad wearing them, more like your grandad in some tartan PJ’s with a cup of bedtime cocoa.
You start here and before you know it your criticising the Beatles for their scruffy haircuts. I’m not familiar with their work personally, but I believe they’re a popular beat combo
Popped out to B&M earlier to pick up some bits and pieces, and picked up a pair of these:
Men’s fleece snuggle slippers, they cost £3. They’re very soft and snug, and for £3? Who cares!
One other small detail, they’ve got grippy silicone bobbles on the bottom, which is a good thing.
I’ve had various GorpCore hut slippers for years now but they are mostly too warm.
just been given a pair of Vivo Barefoot wool slippers. Absolutely lovely. Keeping them on all winter.
Timely thread for me. Looking at the various recommendations I think @podgeskeeper looks good for me though they do specifically mention taking the bins out ?. Before I blow £50 on a brand I've never heard of are these well made, long lasting, any better than my previous tk max fluffy slippers that cost a tenner?
North Face Traction Mules ftw
@myti I've had my current pair nearly 2 years, they wear well and feel like "house shoes" rather than the flimsy stuff I've had previously from supermarket etc.
I just wear the same trail running shoes I do for pretty much everything indoor and out. I've got other footwear- workboots for powertoolery, Walking boots, wetsuit boots, hut slippers, wellies, all languish in the cupboard under the stairs and I put my daps on. If theyre wet I put the other pair on and stick them by the fire, if they get muddy I run through a clean puddle then treat as wet.
Vivo Barefoot wool slippers
Made in partnership with Mongolian craftswomen. SEVENTY FIVE QUID. Is this peak STW?
(I really want them)
The best slippers I’ve ever owned weren’t slippers, but a pair of Puma Mostro that I wore around the house until they fell apart. The most comfortable item of footwear I’ve ever put on my feet, despite the fact they look ridiculous (hence never being worn outside the house).
When they eventually died Mrs Binners tried to find me another pair, but they’ve not made them for years and they’re now apparently ‘classics’ and worn ones are going for 130+ quid a pair on eBay.
I still really, really want another pair despite their obvious hideousness and ludicrous price
These are the best nands down. Not cheap, but they are warm and they last: https://husandhem.co.uk/collections/glerups-slippers
I splashed some cash and bought a pair of these:
https://www.shepherdofsweden.com/se/en/men/sheepskin-slippers/henrik-slippers-antique-asphalt
Unbelievably warm, comfy and warm. Honestly, the best 1000kr I have spent this year.