Mule Slippers

Slipper Types

Slippers come in all shapes and sizes. There is more variety among slippers than shoes. Each style of slipper has its advantages and disadvantages. But their goal is the same, to keep your feet comfortable wherever you may step. The following is a brief run down of the different styles of slippers followed by the different materials that are used as fabric.

Mule Slippers
Of course mule slippers will be talked about first. After all, you’re on a webpage that focuses specifically on these types of slippers. It’s natural they top every list here. Mule slippers have no backing at the heel. They are also called scuff slippers because you’re feet can slip out easily and “scuff” the ground. Or because when you walk with mule slippers you keep your feet low to the ground and “scuff” the ground to help keep your slippers on. These slippers are extremely easy to slip on, which in turn makes them easy to fall off unexpectedly. It’s a double edged sword. These slippers are generally light as well, which is another advantage of owning a pair of mules.

Moccasin Slippers
Moccasin slippers have backing at the heel. You’re foot is completely surrounded by these slippers. The hole in which you stick your foot in is much bigger than that of a shoe. You can slip these on almost as easily as a pair of mule slippers, but they will stay on better. Most moccasin slippers go after the more refined look by adding a leather string that is tied in a bow where shoe laces would go. This is just for looks and won’t effect the way they fit. The advantages of moccasin slippers include the ease of slipping on while having a good chance of not slipping off and a more formal look. Some of the disadvantages include the slippers not “hugging” your feet (your foot can slosh around in the slippers) and they are less comfortable (a matter of opinion).

Boot Slippers
Boot slippers have a high heel. There is additional material where you put your foot in the slipper that can extend as high as mid calf. Women’s boot slippers often look just like a pair of boots, only softer and fluffier. Acorn make’s a popular slipper that has something which resembles a built in sock with an elastic to gently keeps them on your ankles. There is no chance that these one’s will accidentally slip off while you or walking around. The drawback to that is that it’s equally as difficult to put them on. You might have to use your hands (The acorn slippers that have the elastic require 2 hands to put them on.) The women’s boot slippers can be slipped on hands free but it requires more effort and concentration than the mule or moccasin slippers.

We hope that the information provided above will help you to determine which kind of slipper you will be most interested in buying. Generally slippers are cheap, so why not try one of each style? May your feet be comfortable.