Home footwear?

[Stauff]

Gentlemen,

Another question of utter importance: What footwear do you sport at home?
I'm partial to Draper of Glastonbury's Anton sheepskin slippers, which I think are the best on the planet. When I bought them the salesguy tried to get me a pair in purple, 'the papal colour, sir!' (weirdo...:rolleyes:), but I went for classical dark brown.
Just another great traditional British product.

Check them out here: http://www.draper-of-glastonbury.com/index.cfm?

[joel]

H.S. Trask & Co. Range Rovers (if indoor/outdoor) and Allen-Edmonds Deerfields if loungin' around only indoors.

[TimmyBoston]

I was actually looking at a pair of Ugg Slippers the other day. What do you guys think of those?

[Henry Mien]

I have a pair of ugs slippers that I recieved as a gift from an ex-girl friend three years ago now -- I like them very much (I'm actually wearing them now).

They've broken in nicely on the interior of the slipper (my footprint is worn into them so that they fit just so). I don't have anything to compare them to, but I have no almost no complaints.

Given the frequency I wear them (frequent) they're in excellent shape. They have a decent sole -- I've gone outside in them and they do protect some against the pavement -- some, not a lot.

If its important to you that your slippers take on that cracked well-worn look -- the ugs don't do that -- they broke in nicely inside but on the exterior mine sitll look close to new. But they sure are comfortable and they keep my feet warm and take me to that pleasant comfortable place.

[TimmyBoston]

Which model do you have?

[bearbeard]

bearfoot all the way!!!!

[Henry Mien]

Which model do you have?

scuff slippers

[TimmyBoston]

bearfoot all the way!!!!

Easy for you to say! :biggrin:

[TimmyBoston]

I have a question for those of you who do own some high end slippers:

What kind of support do these expensive little slippers provide?

[MJB]

I wear the least expensive slippers, I can find from Kohl's or overstock.com. Still, if someone suffers foot pain--it is best to get some crocs or birks to slip on and off to give arch support.

[_JP_]

Socks in the winter, bare feet in the summer!

Along those lines, I like to keep a pair of shoes next to the door for those quick trips outside that take a minute or so, such as the trash, getting the mail, and so on. They need be such that I can just slip them on without tying. This was a habit that I got into while growing up, after we visited Holland. Mom bought a pair of the wooden shoes that were comfortable enough to fit everybody, and we kept them by the door for that reason. They lasted at least a couple of decades.

[mrob]

scuff slippers

I have the same exact slippers, and love them--warm, comfy and nice to look at--and I can get the paper in them in a pinch!

If you're looking for support, a slipper isn't in the picture.

[slcsteve]

Minnetonka double deerskin moccasins for indoors only and Minnetonka double bottom moosehide moc's for indoors and patio/limited outdoor, around the house use.

http://www.minnetonkamoccasinshop.com/

[Mama Bear]

I thought you guys already knew..... :001_wub: :biggrin:

Seriously tho, I am always barefoot.....

[TraderJoe]

http://cdn.llbean.com/products/mens/19000/images/L19000.jpg

[Limey]

Joe, I'm with you. I like the LL Bean slippers. Here are mine.

[Limey]

Ooo...bigger image than I thought...sorry!

[letterk]

Barefoot or socks. But mostly barefoot.

[Dave_D]

Koolaburra booties (similar to Uggs)
I dont wear the slippers because my feet slide out of them if I have to go outside and walk up a hill. Heavy duty smartwool socks are also great for indoors.

[Sam]

i wear some apres ski boots, really hightopped scuffs, with sheepskin and sheeps fleece on the inside from some canadien company, pacific coast sheepskin company or something like that. I can google it if anybody really cares. just pm me

sam

[boboakalfb]

scuff slippers

I have these as well...warm and comfortable.

[ouch]

If anyone knows where I can get stiletto slippers, I'll be able to cross one gift off of Mrs. O's bday list.



As for me, I have an old pair of hand made, no name sheepskin slippers that I'm not parting with until I die.

[Buzz]

I usually wear some Naot clogs in the house. We have a lot of hardwood floors. I find the support of full sole to be easier on my feet and back.

http://www.naot.com/cgi_images/full/62711.jpg

[Sam]

Ah, here is the link: http://www.slipperfactory.com/

and here is what I wear

[moses]

I really hate wearing shoes, honestly. Must be that appalachian mountain boy upbringing.... :wink:

So around the house, I am either barefoot, or in socks.

Unlike slippers, my feet are not damaged by a quick trip outside.

-Mo

[TimmyBoston]

Unlike slippers, my feet are not damaged by a quick trip outside.

-Mo

Mine are. :crying:

[rikrdo]

If anyone knows where I can get stiletto slippers, I'll be able to cross one gift off of Mrs. O's bday list.



As for me, I have an old pair of hand made, no name sheepskin slippers that I'm not parting with until I die.
uurrrggghhhhhhh....You rang, Mastah ??
http://cgi.ebay.com/Secret-Treasures-STILETTO-HEEL-SLIPPERS-6-Red-JEWEL-New_W0QQitemZ7746897350QQcmdZViewItem
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For me:
Thick wool socks or Spa Flip-Flops.
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[Mama Bear]

I like these.... of course I couldn't walk in them tho..

http://www.fredericks.com/search.asp?keyword=slippers

[Mama Bear]

Mine are. :crying:

:eek: when I was a kid we used to do barefoot races on the neighbors long gravel driveway.... I was once accused of starting my own business so that I could go barefoot to work.... lol :thumbup: :biggrin:

I only wear shoes when there is snow on the ground..... :tongue:

[TimmyBoston]

I like these.... of course I couldn't walk in them tho..

http://www.fredericks.com/search.asp?keyword=slippers

WHOA MAMA! :001_wub:

[180gVinyl]

Barefoot

[ouch]

Thanks to all for the slipper tips, but they're not nearly high enough. :tongue_sm

[moses]

Mine are. :crying:

Mine are getting more so. Not a fan of going outside barefoot in the city, so much....

When I used to WW kayak a lot, I could not wear any kind of footwear in the boat, generally, because my feet are large and would barely fit as it was. So I pretty much got used to walking on sharp pointy rocks and gravels barefoot.

-Mo

[Mama Bear]

Thanks to all for the slipper tips, but they're not nearly high enough. :tongue_sm

OUCH! :crying: :blink: :wacko:

[rhinoyahoo]

I'm a huge fan of Crocs...good support and cushioning. Their comfortable at home, and don't attract dog hair. I pack them in my suitcase, for travel, unless it is a long flight and then, I'll wear them on the plane!!

Peace,
Jim

[galopede]

I stopped wearing socks about the house when, years ago, I nipped out to the garage where I kept my home brew barrels for a pint and stepped on a toad! My house had been built between two lakes and was on the route for the toad when they turned frisky!

It was hard getting the toad out of my socks so I reckoned barefoot was easier to wash off in future!

I do have a pair of the real Australian version of Uggs slippers these days though. Wonderful.

Did you know that Uggs Australia is an American company these days (Decker Outdoor) and they are made in China?

Gareth

[Buzz]

I'm a huge fan of Crocs...good support and cushioning. Their comfortable at home, and don't attract dog hair. I pack them in my suitcase, for travel, unless it is a long flight and then, I'll wear them on the plane!!

I've got some and think they are okay.

Good cushioning, but not great support for me.

Wonderful on long plane rides. Horrible for walking long distances in the airport.

[rtaylor61]

I'm diabetic, so my feet are always covered. Currently, Hush Puppy moccasins!

Randy

[TimmyBoston]

I'm diabetic, so my feet are always covered. Currently, Hush Puppy moccasins!

Randy

Crocs makes a diabetic relief shoe. I don't know much about it, but here's the link. (http://shop.crocs.com/pc-47-4-rx-cloud.aspx?reqid=47&reqProdTypeId=411p&subsectionname=footwear&section=products)

Here's the link to their other diabetic shoe. (http://shop.crocs.com/pc-48-4-silver-cloud.aspx?reqid=48&reqProdTypeId=411p&subsectionname=footwear&section=products)

I don't know if these will be a help to you, but maybe, I hope so. Good luck.

[TimmyBoston]

Does anyone know anything about the UGG Ascot (http://www.uggaustralia.com/ProductDetails.aspx?gID=m&categoryID=170&productID=5396&model=Ascot)? I've been looking at that slipper.

[Larry C in Texas]

Does anyone know anything about the UGG Ascot (http://www.uggaustralia.com/ProductDetails.aspx?gID=m&categoryID=170&productID=5396&model=Ascot)? I've been looking at that slipper.

Tim, I have that exact shoe in Chestnut nubuck and I really like it. I got them in October, and have been wearing them a lot (at least when the temp drops below 80 here in Texas). The thing I like the best is that my feet don't sweat when I'm wearing them. The sheepskin and whatever else is on the inside wicks away the moisture. I wear them barefoot and they don't have a hint of stink so far. I was hesitant to pay $80 for a pair of houseshoes (I always got the polyester Dearfoams boot types after Christmas for half off on clearance), but I am a believer in Uggs now.

Hope this helps.

[rtaylor61]

Crocs makes a diabetic relief shoe. I don't know much about it, but here's the link. (http://shop.crocs.com/pc-47-4-rx-cloud.aspx?reqid=47&reqProdTypeId=411p&subsectionname=footwear&section=products)

Here's the link to their other diabetic shoe. (http://shop.crocs.com/pc-48-4-silver-cloud.aspx?reqid=48&reqProdTypeId=411p&subsectionname=footwear&section=products)

I don't know if these will be a help to you, but maybe, I hope so. Good luck.

Tim,

Thanks for the links. Unfortunately, the only come in "boys" sizes. Up to a 13. I need a 15.

Randy

[Mama Bear]

Tim,

Thanks for the links. Unfortunately, the only come in "boys" sizes. Up to a 13. I need a 15.

Randy

Good God! :eek: Remind me not to dance with you! ;-)

[TimmyBoston]

Tim,

Thanks for the links. Unfortunately, the only come in "boys" sizes. Up to a 13. I need a 15.

Randy

I'm sorry Randy :frown:

BTW How tall are you? I don't I've ever met anyone who wears a size 15 shoe.

[rtaylor61]

I'm sorry Randy :frown:

BTW How tall are you? I don't I've ever met anyone who wears a size 15 shoe.

Tim,

No worries. I'm used to having issues finding shoes. I'm 6'3"

Randy

[James707]

Here in the "Valley Of The Sun" its not really cold enough for me to wear slipers, so I just stay in my socks.

[jduffy]

Bare feet all the time baby!

My mom used to walk out in the middle of winter wearing shorts and a t-shirt and bare feet to get the dog back into the house. She would do this in subzero cold on packed ice and snow. Woman never caught a cold, ever. :biggrin:

[knlgskr]

Acorn made in Maine, knitted wool tops, leather bottoms; a combination of socks/moccasins that are comfortable, warm, durable. Sorry I wasn't able to find this thread when I mentioned this previously.

[Straight Arrow]

I wear Chinese Gentleman's Shoes. I buy them in Chinatown in Philly. $2.50 a pair, ultra comfortable, last a year!

[Woknblues]

as slcsteve said, this is the last pair of "house" shoes you will ever buy. So incredibly soft, you will be sneaking them into work. I have the moose. impossibly soft and supple, you can literally wring them around 360 degrees. Your feet will love you. Good lord, I am getting into them right now...ahhhhh....

[TimmyBoston]

I wear Chinese Gentleman's Shoes. I buy them in Chinatown in Philly. $2.50 a pair, ultra comfortable, last a year!

Got a picture?

[Straight Arrow]

Got a picture?
Chinese Gentleman's Shoes. Also known as Kung-fu Shoes:

http://kungfu-shoes.tripod.com/image/MXZ-0001.jpg

[TimmyBoston]

Chinese Gentleman's Shoes. Also known as Kung-fu Shoes:

http://kungfu-shoes.tripod.com/image/MXZ-0001.jpg

Very cool. Know of anywhere to get them outside Chinatown?

[TraderJoe]

Very cool. Know of anywhere to get them outside Chinatown?

I've seen them at Marshall's or TJ Max in the past, but not consistently....so I wouldn't go running there for them. Keep in mind that they could pop up anywhere (typically in the warmer weather).

[jnich67]

Gentlemen,

Another question of utter importance: What footwear do you sport at home?
I'm partial to Draper of Glastonbury's Anton sheepskin slippers, which I think are the best on the planet. When I bought them the salesguy tried to get me a pair in purple, 'the papal colour, sir!' (weirdo...:rolleyes:), but I went for classical dark brown.
Just another great traditional British product.

Check them out here: http://www.draper-of-glastonbury.com/index.cfm?

I think I'm going to get a pair from Draper- either the William or Charles. Thanks for the lead Frederik! :thumbup:

Jordan

[mparker762]

Russell moccasins (http://www.russellmoccasin.com/shoes_moccasins/moc_oneida_slipon.html). Real moccasins, not the fur-lined ones or the plastic-soled ones. Just the thing for sneaking up on rabbits or squirrels, or for sneaking up on the wife.

[TheYoshi]

scuff slippers

I have these as well, Prior I had a pair that had a bit more of a rubber sole that raised you off the ground a bit more, while it was definitely "better" if you wanted to go outside to grab the mail or something I did find that they didn't feel "stable" I rolled my ankle in them more than once. I never actually did any damage but it scared the crap out of me (I've broken ankles before, not enjoyable)

[Taz]

Uggs are the way to go!!

[frankilinsshower]

i bought a pair of uggs as slip on indoor/outdoor shoes - and they have basically become my all the time indoor shoes. I like the soles though because you can still run out to grab the paper, or hit the store and they are fine. Pretty much anytime shoes except for rain.

I have the Byron
http://www.uggaustralia.com/ProductDetails.aspx?gID=m&categoryID=170&productID=5102&model=Byron

i have no complaints whatsoever!

[Stauff]

I think I'm going to get a pair from Draper- either the William or Charles. Thanks for the lead Frederik! :thumbup:

Jordan

My pleasure. You'll enjoy them for years to come.:thumbup1:

[Larry C in Texas]

i bought a pair of uggs as slip on indoor/outdoor shoes - and they have basically become my all the time indoor shoes. I like the soles though because you can still run out to grab the paper, or hit the store and they are fine. Pretty much anytime shoes except for rain.

I have the Byron
http://www.uggaustralia.com/ProductDetails.aspx?gID=m&categoryID=170&productID=5102&model=Byron

i have no complaints whatsoever!

Can you replace the sheepskin soles in the Byron model? I have the Ascot model and you can't replace those. So, my next Ugg will have replaceable insoles, which I think really improves the life of the shoe.

[allmodcons]

Can you replace the sheepskin soles in the Byron model? I have the Ascot model and you can't replace those. So, my next Ugg will have replaceable insoles, which I think really improves the life of the shoe.


Interested in this too. I have the Ugg Tasman and the insole is not replaceable. The sole is bomber. I wear them mostly indoors, but also outdoors when taking out trash, running to the mailbox, etc. I expect the sole to last a long, long time at the rate I'm going. It is the insole that has a short life and needs periodic replacing.

[Bob Dobbs]

Last Father's Day I received a pair of Sharper Image Contour-Foam Silver slippers. They're very comfortable and warm. They also have a light polyurethane sole so going outside is not a problem.

Bob