Page 4 | Desperate for a pair of slipper boots that will actually last

ImprobablePuffin · 2023-01-17T14:35:23+00:00

Wasn't sure whether to post in chat or S&B. Birthday coming up and I'm desperate for a pair of boot style slippers that will actually last and hold their shape. They would need a hard sole rather than flimsy. Please can anyone recommend excellent slipper boots?

Remindmeofababe · 19/01/2023 07:10

Another Somerset recommendation... Drapers of Glastonbury. Had mine over a year. Super warm and comfy. Work from home a lot so they get tons of wear. Go outside in them. Excellent wear

Hope this works

ClemDanFango · 19/01/2023 07:12

I’ve had a pair from Tesco for over a year that are the best ones I’ve ever had. Comfy, sturdy soles and so warm.

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ImprobablePuffin · 19/01/2023 10:17

Thanks so much everyone. I've got multiple tabs open with all the recommendations. Currently got a pair sitting in Celtic and co. shopping basket and managed to find 15% code but just can't press the button. I've never spent more than £20 on a pair of slippers. £120 feels like madness! But then everyone says they will last years...
I deserve it, right?? Argh

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PeanutJellyAndButter · 19/01/2023 10:35

I have Celtic and co knitted ones and I love them. Got them early 2020 and they are still looking great

justasking111 · 19/01/2023 22:18

The soles on Celtic and co are very smooth

MonsoonMadness · 19/01/2023 22:27

www.ciora.co.uk/

I got some slipper boots from here and I love them. Mine don’t have hard soles but I’ve worn them to death this winter and they’re great.

FurAndFeathers · 19/01/2023 22:30

Boogl · 17/01/2023 16:31

Moshulu

Agree had them years

ItsRainingCatsAndDogsAgain · 20/01/2023 16:44

OP, I suppose the important questions are, can you afford them without borrowing and, if you do buy them, can you still afford to pay for the essentials today, this week, this month, this year? If so, the ones you mention work out at £2.31 a week if they last you a year, and less than that if they last you longer as they probably will. That is less than a takeaway coffee or newspaper a week. Only you can decide. I find leaving non-essential things in the basket for a week helps! There are cheaper Celtic & Co ones too. Mine come just above my ankle as I wear them with the cuff turned up. They are the women's sheepskin bootee slippers and are £82 direct or £79 from John Lewis, minus any discount codes you have.

A tip - after a month of wear, I've just put my hands into my slippers and floofed up the sheepskin inner soles with the ends of my fingers. The slippers almost feel new on again so I will keep on doing this from time to time. To save on p&p I wish I'd ordered a pair of their sheepskin inner soles at the time for a very old pair of much-loved outdoor leather boots I've got and also the wool wash for the slippers.

ItsRainingCatsAndDogsAgain · 20/01/2023 16:51

justasking111 · 19/01/2023 22:18

The soles on Celtic and co are very smooth

Mine are textured.

Bananaman123 · 20/01/2023 21:25

www.next.co.uk/style/st191163/150673#150673

love these

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ImprobablePuffin · 20/01/2023 21:42

ItsRainingCatsAndDogsAgain · 20/01/2023 16:44

OP, I suppose the important questions are, can you afford them without borrowing and, if you do buy them, can you still afford to pay for the essentials today, this week, this month, this year? If so, the ones you mention work out at £2.31 a week if they last you a year, and less than that if they last you longer as they probably will. That is less than a takeaway coffee or newspaper a week. Only you can decide. I find leaving non-essential things in the basket for a week helps! There are cheaper Celtic & Co ones too. Mine come just above my ankle as I wear them with the cuff turned up. They are the women's sheepskin bootee slippers and are £82 direct or £79 from John Lewis, minus any discount codes you have.

A tip - after a month of wear, I've just put my hands into my slippers and floofed up the sheepskin inner soles with the ends of my fingers. The slippers almost feel new on again so I will keep on doing this from time to time. To save on p&p I wish I'd ordered a pair of their sheepskin inner soles at the time for a very old pair of much-loved outdoor leather boots I've got and also the wool wash for the slippers.

Thanks for this! The answer to your questions are yes I can afford them without plunging myself into debt I just never really spend that much on something like slippers (which is odd as I live in them quite literally) so your breakdown is very helpful. I think we all know what the outcome will be here!

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RobertaFirmino · 20/01/2023 23:35

I've got a pair of John Lewis sheepskin cropped boot slippers, they cost £59 and are in their third year of active service. They still look good and clean and appear to have minimal wear to the soles. JL still sell them. Normally, I'd never have considered spending sixty quid on a pair of slippers (these were a present) but I've got to admit they would have been worth every penny.

vickylou78 · 25/01/2023 18:07

I had a pair of knitted boot slippers with hard sole from M&S which lasted brilliantly and were about £25. Definitely recommend

anon666 · 25/01/2023 18:19

White stuff had 70% off their sheepskin boots, making them £17!

Not sure if they are still available

anibendod · 25/01/2023 19:03

another vote for the next ugg style boots, mine are going into their 3rd year. Soo toasty!

watchingpullimgepisode6 · 25/01/2023 19:26

Mine are from Tesco. Had them about 3/4 years nice solid sole with a fur trim.
I wear them all day wfh they are like new

Haffiana · 27/01/2023 14:27

Geisswein Vent fan here. Proper sole, proper arch support and made of wool. Washable.

I live in them!