I Never Wore House Slippers Until I Tried These Cozy “Sweater” Slides

I’ll admit that I’m not normally a house slippers person. I grew up running around barefoot, and that didn’t change as I entered adulthood — until I experienced my first Northeast winter. Single-digit temperatures made me a slipper person, real quick. And now that it’s downright freezing out, my toes won’t touch the ground unless they’re coddled in the coziest slippers around. For me, it’s the Super Stripe Slide Slippers by Verloop. 

You probably know the knitwear brand for its editor-favorite throw blankets and home furnishings, but you’d be wrong to sleep on their slipper selection. The Super Stripe Slide Slippers literally feel like a warm hug for your feet. I love mine so much that I’ll be ordering a few more as Valentine’s Day gifts. Here’s why you should consider doing the same. 

The Super Stripe Slide Slippers are basically chunky knit sweaters for your feet. They’re backless slides knit in a soft acrylic yarn and lined in a cozy fleece material. And yes, they’re as comfortable as they are colorful, with cushioned nonslip soles fit for life about the house. There are two colorways to choose from and, after being sold out for the longest time, they’re finally back in stock. 

I mean, just look at them! The statement stripes are the ultimate mood boost, so I’m sure they’ll put a smile on anyone’s face. Even though they’re backless, the soft knit material has a slight stretch that keeps my feet snuggly in place, so I’m not tripping over myself. The slippers feature nonslip patches on the soles that offer a bit of grip with every step, too. 

I’ve been wearing these nonstop for the past several months and can confirm that they’re exactly what winter weather calls for. They’re warm, cozy, and outrageously comfortable (what even are cold feet?). What’s more, the cushiony fleece soles feel plush and pillowy, and the knit upper is surprisingly breathable, so overheating is a nonissue. While they’re not the kind of slippers you’d wear to run out to the mailbox due to their light grip and soft outsoles, that’s just fine by me. These are hibernation slippers — it’s too cold to venture outside, anyway! 

Long story short, you won’t catch me without these on my feet this winter (I’m even wearing them as I write this!). Grab a pair for yourself or as a gift for someone special, and you’ll see what I mean.  

Buy: Verloop Super Stripe Slide Slippers, $44