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Warm slippers

(39 Posts)
MrsPickle Tue 05-Oct-21 19:59:14

I used to trip (not literally) about in fluffy flip flops.
Now i can trip (literally) in Nora Batty type footwear.
I need warm, comfy, safe slippers that don't remind me of my gran's with a zip up the front.
Any ideas please, you stylish grans out there?

GrannySomerset Sun 10-Oct-21 14:23:27

Seriously envious of those slippers, Nortsat. If anything could persuade me to wear slippers they would.

Scones Sun 10-Oct-21 14:12:25

Nortsat

I second Moshulu, my current ones are on their third winter.

I am adding a photo of the slippers my partner bought me last year for my birthday- to make the cat lovers smile.

Lovely slippers Nortsat

Macgran43 Sun 10-Oct-21 13:19:19

I have just bought a pair of fluffy M and S grey mules.They are very comfy and stay on securely.They were £12.50 and say Secret Support inside.

mrsjonesy Sun 10-Oct-21 13:18:47

I like to get Padders from The Original Factory Shop, either in Leominster or Portmadog. Theres quite a few of those shops in small towns dotted around the UK. I find Padders comfy and last well

rowyn Sun 10-Oct-21 12:15:23

If, like me, you have extra wide feet, plus bunions, plus plantar fascitis and a tendency to gout, you might be prepared to splash out on these. They are Fit flop Shuv slippers . I don't possess any but I do have their Shuv outdoor shoes which are the only pair of shoes I can comfortably wear and are better even than no shoes/slippers because the sole is anatomically moulded and whatever that means, it definitely makes a huge difference in comfort.
When I can afford it, I shall invest in the slippers, but tend to walk about in just socks at the moment!!

www.fitflop.com/uk/en/shop/shuv-cushy-felt-clog-slippers-p-EH5?colour=090&fo_c=763&fo_k=3369bd563435b0a737a195236a498694&fo_s=gplauk&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnoqLBhD4ARIsAL5JedJouljmb7MK3PL2pOo9vybh8KgrfPXF_QKFFQoIsbSqoMU5T3-J3QQaAtU5EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#090

Elless Sun 10-Oct-21 12:14:00

I ordered some Skechers Bobs yesterday because I like a decent sole. I've been 'tripping' around in a pair of Cotton Traders loafers all summer - very practical smile

Mayjay1604 Sun 10-Oct-21 12:01:38

Uggs or cheap copies are cosy with good soles.

crazyH Sun 10-Oct-21 11:15:05

Just went on Deichman ? I’m a cheapskate. Some nice slippers there…

Witzend Sun 10-Oct-21 11:13:03

And Celtic sheepskin boots are made in Cornwall. ?

Witzend Sun 10-Oct-21 11:12:20

My house boots from Celtic Sheepskin are lovely. Soles are tough enough to wear outside, but lighter than their outdoor boots.

rizlett Sun 10-Oct-21 11:12:06

I wear a pair of my old Uggs - non trippable & very cosy - no socks inside too as recommended.

Nortsat Sun 10-Oct-21 11:08:34

I second Moshulu, my current ones are on their third winter.

I am adding a photo of the slippers my partner bought me last year for my birthday- to make the cat lovers smile.

Graygirl Sun 10-Oct-21 11:04:13

Gave up on slippers about 8years ago, use skechers get them from designer outlet in Gloucester.

Kim19 Sun 10-Oct-21 10:48:29

Shepherd's sheepskin boot style for me. Love them.

Scones Sun 10-Oct-21 10:46:19

I wear Sketchers 'Broken Arrow' Ugg type boots as slippers. They are snug, safe and so warm. I've very wide feet and have foot surgery but find them very comfortable. They've lasted years.

The good thing is they're not really slippers so have an outdoor sole on them...ideal for popping out to get the washing in or pottering down the garden with the dog.

Cid24 Sun 10-Oct-21 10:42:57

Mocassins from Celtic are excellent!

annodomini Wed 06-Oct-21 10:11:43

I've been living for most of the past 18 months in a pair of M&S slip-on trainers which are comfy and can be worn for going outdoors. Now it's getting colder, I've resurrected my Woolovers sheepskin slippers - so cosy and with an outdoor sole which is useful when I need to take out or bring in the bins. I won't be replacing them for some years yet.

MiniMoon Wed 06-Oct-21 10:08:20

MaybeMaw ???

Hetty58 Wed 06-Oct-21 09:46:31

I buy lightweight mock sheepskin boots (the outdoor kind, with sturdy soles) and wear them as slippers. These days, I need the support and comfort - along with a decent height to keep my chilly ankles warm! I got these, in tan, this year:

www.pavers.co.uk/products/mid-calf-boots-centr32083-318-982?

MayBeMaw Wed 06-Oct-21 09:31:31

MerylStreep

Mamacaz
Do you mean Deichmann ? If yes, it’s ok to say so.
Some posters might not understand the ^well known cheap shoe shop^

And some might think we are going back to Shoezone! grin
Time for a onesie post?

MayBeMaw Wed 06-Oct-21 09:30:38

Oh dear - meant to quote OP! Oops!

MayBeMaw Wed 06-Oct-21 09:29:40

Oopsadaisy1

Bootees, warm comfy , safe ……… no zip

My Scottish granny lived in those boots with the zip up the front!
I think she wore them inside and out and I have no recollection whatsoever of seeing her ever wear anything else on her feet!

MerylStreep Wed 06-Oct-21 08:28:11

Mamacaz
Do you mean Deichmann ? If yes, it’s ok to say so.
Some posters might not understand the well known cheap shoe shop

cornergran Wed 06-Oct-21 08:25:46

Since my knee op I’ve been wearing a pair of Skechers slip on very lightweight shoes as slippers. Much admired by hospital staff they are extremely comfortable and safe to walk in. They are also sparkly smile.

Oopsadaisy1 Wed 06-Oct-21 08:18:19

DD1 had a lovely pair of black velvet slippers, they were so comfy that it was only half way down to the coast for my brothers funeral that she realised she still had them on!( That was only the first thing that went pear shaped that day) but I haven’t seen any in the shops since.