Why are slippers sexist

[mumofboysinlondon]

I would like slippers that are:

1. not furry/ fluffy, so I can wear them in warmer weather
2. have proper soles (for taking the bins out and padding around on my uncarpeted floors etc)
3. are plain-ish and not something my grandma would wear (sorry Nan)

I am a woman in my late 30s and a UK size 4 (37) and all I can find that fits the bill are men’s slippers?

Something not unlike this would be great (but never seem to come in women’s sizes??):

https://www.marksandspencer.com/suede-slip-on-slippers-with-freshfeet/p/clp60174470?intid=mobile_app_pdp_share

What do Mumsnetters wear??

I wear Birkenstocks in summer and Birkenstock slippers in winter. Comfortable, supportive and not sexist.

Gumbies.

Gumbies all the way.
my first pair still going strong after 9 years

I have inside crocs and outside crocs

Celtic sheepskin slipper boots. They are warm in winter but cool in summer. Me and DH have the same ones as he was moaning about cold feet while working from home. He rolled his eyes when I suggested them but he lives in them now. I can pop out into the garden wearing them no problem even when it's slightly wet outside.

Another vote for moshulu - currently have their Scandi style sheepskin ones. DD aged 17 keeps saying they’re really stylish.

www.moshulu.co.uk/scandi-style-sheepskin-slippers-p2898

I wear moshulu slippers. They're really comfy and cosy (I prefer the fur lined ones). They have these that I think fit your bill. I love the bright green ones and the orange, but they also have a more conservative grey.
https://www.moshulu.co.uk/wool-felt-clog-mule-slippers-p3348#attribute%5B1%5D=1565

Shepherd of Sweden have lots of lovely women’s slippers that aren’t frou frou. Cheaper than Uggs too.

Birkenstocks

I got some fantastic ones from Next a few years ago. They have hard soles and are still going strong.

www.moshulu.co.uk/scandi-style-sheepskin-slippers-p2898#attribute%5B1%5D=32

www.moshulu.co.uk/classic-leather-mule-slippers-p2942#attribute%5B1%5D=1680

Moshulu slippers are so comfy and the soles are pretty thick

I thought lined crocs were the answer for me, I bought some from Lakeland. All was good until I went arse over tits on my tiled kitchen floor. Just a cautionary tale! I'm back on the hunt for the perfect slippers.

Another vote for Birkenstocks, I bought mine during the first lockdown and still using them!

Don't like booties
Don't (can't) wear backless
Need support on feet.

I get mine in the men's department always. Whatever shop/online suits my needs! Slip on, neutral dark colour, "outside" sole for the bins.... comfortable and sturdy. The ones I'm using now are three years old from Primark. Still going strong and so comfortable.

I'm a size 6 womens so just buy that size in mens and insert an insole if necessary. Extra cushioning, what's not to like!

Because of a foot problem I need slippers with an enclosed back but open toe plus adjustable width. I wear men’s slippers (size 6) but just not available in smaller sizes. Women’s designs can be so flimsy (or grannyish)
Going to have a look at the suggested brands!

@mumofboysinlondon I wear padders "repose", size 3 and can only get them on the internet. buy 3 or 4 pairs at a time. perfect for running into the garden with the dogs and putting the bins out. proper sole which is mandatory in my book! try amazon

I put on crocs for quickly popping out doors.
My hushpuppies keep my feet lovely warm inside.

Too warm I think! I love the look of them but I'm always so hot!

YES this is me. But my feet are too small for the men's department. Sigh.

These look great - I hadn't considered Moshulu. Also quite Birkenstock-esque (thanks to all who suggested those too, I had considered them more of an outside thing but perhaps I should invest...)

Nordika are the best

I LOVE the look of these but alas, too furry on the inside for my boiling hot feet 😑

Totally agree

Good suggestion but I was hoping for something cheaper (I know, I'm super picky)

Nordikas - not the cheapest but a pair lasts me 2 years (and given I wear them when WFH, that's a lot of slipper hours). Fine for going out to the bins etc.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Nordikas&rh=n%3A1769858031&dc&ds=v1%3A%2FhFQxeozRKU%2Fv47laPzo5%2F5W2qs8kfzEuwSO07Wrsbc&qid=1733146137&rnid=1642204031&ref=sr_nr_n_3