A cosy and comfortable pair of slippers are a must for keeping warm and giving your feet a well-deserved rest. Men’s slippers come in all shapes and sizes, so you'll be able to choose from a great variety of moccasin, sheepskin, wool and leather pairs, but which really are as comfy as they look? We're here to answer that question with a guide to choosing your perfect pair, as well as our pick of the best online buys.
Our list features slippers from British institutions such as Clarks and Dunlop, as well as more fashion-focused brands such as UGG, Camper and Dune and even memory foam pairs to provide arch support or ease plantar fasciitis. So pop the kettle on, sit back, and enjoy our guide to the top ten best slippers to buy online in the UK this year.
When thinking about which slippers to buy for yourself or as a gift, you'll want to find a pair that will be used and loved, and stand a chance of lasting more than just one winter. With this in mind, we’re now going to look at three key factors to consider: the type of slipper, the material they’re made from, and the level of grip they have.
Slippers can generally be divided into two main varieties: slip-ons and full slippers. The type of slipper you choose will depend on how and where you intend to wear them, and how easily you want to be able to put them on and take them off.
Slip-on slippers – also called mules or backless slippers – are the simpler of the two. Their backless design means that they’re super easy to slide your feet in and out of, but this has its cons as well as its pros.
If you want to be able to swing your feet out of bed and straight into something cosy, these require the least effort. This is an especially important consideration for people who have arthritis or other conditions that can make putting on shoes or slippers more difficult.
On the other hand, if you want something that will stay firmly on your feet while you take out the recycling then these may not be for you. The open back means that this type of slipper is best suited to a more leisurely, sedate and relaxed range of activities.
Full slippers, of course, completely enclose the foot and are more similar to a normal pair of shoes. They take more effort to put on and take off, but once they’re on they offer several advantages over slip-ons or mules.
As they cover more of the foot, this type of slipper is generally much warmer, leaving no exposed heels for Jack Frost to nip at.
Perhaps more crucially, full slippers are the better choice for people who want a slipper they can wear all day long – from lounging on the sofa to pottering in the garden or even popping out for some milk.
It’s easy to fall into the temptation of putting cosiness above durability when buying slippers. Big, fuzzy, fluffy slippers may be fine if you plan on doing nothing but curling up in front of a box set all winter, with occasional forays into the kitchen to make a cup of tea.
If you want your slippers to last beyond the New Year, however, you should give some thought to how they’re made and the materials used.
Leather and suede slippers feature prominently in our list, and these hard-wearing materials should see you through many a winter. Both these materials look smart and sophisticated and will also mould around your foot over time, only getting more snug and comfy with age.
Textile uppers are the other most common materials for men’s slippers. These warm and homely materials offer a more laid-back aesthetic and their layered construction makes for a greater range of insulation options. Real wool is an excellent temperature regulator, so it'll keep your feet warm without causing sweatiness.
The final important consideration when deciding which slippers to buy is the level of grip on the sole. Slippers are a major cause of accidents around the home every year, and a lack of grip can lead to serious falls and injuries, especially among elderly people and those with mobility problems.
Bear in mind the range of surfaces you’ll be walking on. Simple suede or fabric soles are fine for carpeted bedrooms and living rooms, but less grippy and less resilient in kitchens and bathrooms where there may be liquids on the floor, or on laminate or polished wooden floors which may not offer much traction.
Strong and grippy soles will also mean that over lazy weekends you needn’t be changing in and out of outdoor shoes every time you need to pop outside or potter in the garden. The only danger, in this case, is that you’ll be reluctant to put normal shoes on ever again!
Now that we've looked at the important factors to bear in mind when choosing a pair of slippers, let's slide right in to our list of the top ten men's slippers to buy online in the UK this year.
£15.99
Type | Slip-on |
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Material | Polyester |
Grip | Low |
Sizes Available | EU 40-47 |
£17.49
Type | Slip-on |
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Material | Felt with fleece lining |
Grip | Low |
Sizes Available | UK 1-12 |
£35.00
Type | Full slipper |
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Material | Felt, textile lining |
Grip | Good |
Sizes Available | UK 6-12 |
£85.00
Type | Slip-on |
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Material | Leather upper and lining, synthetic sole |
Grip | Low |
Sizes Available | UK 6-12 |
£17.99
Type | Slip-on with back |
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Material | Cotton, memory foam inner |
Grip | Good |
Sizes Available | UK 4/5-12/13 |
£100.00
Type | Slip-on |
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Material | Suede, faux-fur lining |
Grip | High |
Sizes Available | Child-UK 17 |
£65.00
Type | Slip-on |
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Material | 90% wool |
Grip | Good |
Sizes Available | UK 7-12 |
£18.95
Type | Full slipper |
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Material | Suede, wool lining |
Grip | Good |
Sizes Available | UK 7-12 |
£25.99
Type | Boot slipper |
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Material | Suede, memory foam inner, faux sherpa lining |
Grip | Good |
Sizes Available | UK 7-12 |
£17.99
Type | Full slipper |
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Material | Polyester, memory foam |
Grip | Good |
Sizes Available | UK 7-12 |
Image | 1 ![]() Dunlop | 2 ![]() Vera Cosy | 3 ![]() Footwear Studio | 4 ![]() Camper | 5 ![]() UGG | 6 ![]() RockDove | 7 ![]() Dune | 8 ![]() Clarks | 9 ![]() Crocs | 10 ![]() Marvel |
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Name | Moccasins Slippers With Memory Foam | Men's Micro Suede Hi-Top Slippers | Lodgemok Men's Moccasin Slippers | Wabi Fabric Slippers | Tasman Navy Slip-On Slippers | Men's Original Two-Tone Memory Foam Slipper | Wolseys Premium Leather Logo Mule Slippers | King Twin Low-Top Slippers | Classic Slippers | Avengers Comic Men's Slippers |
Features | Quintessentially British Slippers With a Modern Memory Foam Update | The Slipper That Doesn't Look Like a Slipper | Classic Moccasins at a Great Price | Stylish Slip-Ons With Modern Touches | A Cosy Take on a Classic | Super Comfy With Memory Foam for Added Support | Add a Touch of Class to Your Weekend Routine | A Traditional Slipper From a Great British Brand | Slim Slip-Ons in a Range of Colours | Bold and Bright Fun for Your Feet |
Price | £17.99 | £25.99 | £18.95 | £65.00 | £100.00 | £17.99 | £85.00 | £35.00 | £17.49 | £15.99 |
Type | Full slipper | Boot slipper | Full slipper | Slip-on | Slip-on | Slip-on with back | Slip-on | Full slipper | Slip-on | Slip-on |
Material | Polyester, memory foam | Suede, memory foam inner, faux sherpa lining | Suede, wool lining | 90% wool | Suede, faux-fur lining | Cotton, memory foam inner | Leather upper and lining, synthetic sole | Felt, textile lining | Felt with fleece lining | Polyester |
Grip | Good | Good | Good | Good | High | Good | Low | Good | Low | Low |
Sizes Available | UK 7-12 | UK 7-12 | UK 7-12 | UK 7-12 | Child-UK 17 | UK 4/5-12/13 | UK 6-12 | UK 6-12 | UK 1-12 | EU 40-47 |
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Whether you're looking for more great gift ideas for your nearest and dearest or you're upgrading your own at-home wardrobe, have a browse through our related articles for some inspiration!
So that was our guide to the best men's slippers to buy online this year. We hope we've helped you find something you like, and that whichever pair you decide to slip into your toes will stay toasty for months to come.
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