The Best Slippers and House Shoes, According to Podiatrist Guidelines

Best Overall: Birkenstock Boston Shearling Clogs

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When on the hunt for the best slipper with arch support, don't overlook podiatrist-approved Birkenstocks. These clogs feature the brand's signature cork latex footbed, a soft suede upper, and a shearling footbed and lined strap to keep your feet toasty. Just like other Birkenstock classics, the great thing about these house shoes is that they help you stay comfortable for hours on end thanks to a deep heel cup, arch support, and toe grip (raised indentations at the front of the footbed near the toes) so toes can spread out in their natural position. Plus, they're super durable — you can expect one pair of Birks to last several years.

Price at time of publish: $170

Sizes: 5-13 | Width: Narrow, Medium | Colors: 7

Best Budget: Crocs Classic Clog

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Made with the brand's signature Croslite foam, these clogs are incredibly lightweight and cushy, and the perforations help ventilate so your feet don't get too sweaty in the summer. They can be worn indoors and outdoors (think: gardening, at the beach, running errands, etc), and the sturdy outsole guarantees you won't slip even when it's wet outside. Choose from 20 bold shades that are bound to liven up your stay-at-home sweatpant situation, or go with the toasty lined version if you're more of a cold-natured person. Pro tip: They're also great as shower shoes.

Price at time of publish: From $34

Sizes: 6-15 (unisex) | Width: Medium | Colors: 21

Best Podiatrist Recommendation: Cushionaire Feather Recovery Cloud Slides With +Comfort

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A best-seller in the women's slide sandals category on Amazon, New York City-based podiatrist Hillary Brenner, D.P.M says she is "obsessed" with this comfortable cloud-like pick. It gets Dr. Brenner's seal of approval as one of the best slippers for women because it checks so many of her boxes: it has a 1.75-inch platform base, deep heel cup, molded cushion footbed, firm midsole, and rubber, non-slip outsole for added grip and stability. It comes in 11 colorways, and the sandal style can take you from the comfort of home to running errands, grabbing coffee, or for a walk on the beach. Plus, the bottom is really quiet so neighbors won't hear you walking around if you live in an apartment building.

Price at time of publish: $25

Sizes: 5-12 | Width: Medium | Colors: 21

Best for Plantar Fasciitis: Vionic Relax

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If you're familiar with Vionic, you've probably caught wind that the brand is one of Oprah's favorites for comfy footwear — which makes sense, as its shoes are designed with the help of podiatrists. This sandal-slipper has a built-in orthotic footbed, adjustable straps, and an EVA midsole that all work together to minimize stress on your feet, ankles, and knees while reducing foot fatigue from walking on hard, flat floors — making it a perfect house shoe or slipper for people on their feet a lot. Bonus: They'll never get stinky since the terry cloth footbed is anti-bacterial and odor-resistant. Anyone with foot and joint issues will especially love them because they help relieve pain from plantar fasciitis and knee problems.

Price at time of publish: $70

Sizes: 5-12 | Width: Medium | Colors: 6

Best Memory Foam: Ultraideas Memory Foam Slippers

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Constructed with a warm fleece lining and a high-density memory foam insole, this house shoe molds to your feet and keeps you comfy and supported — even if the only walking you're doing is from the bed to your couch. However, the rubber outsole is perfect for slippery floors and allows you to use them moderately outdoors if you need to pick up the mail or water your outdoor plants. As an added bonus, you can machine wash these for easy care, making them one of our choices for the best slippers for women. Plus, the house shoes have a thick, rubber sole, which prevents them from slipping on slick tile or hardwood floors.

Price at time of publish: $22

Sizes: 5-12 | Width: Medium | Colors: 11

Best Uggs: Ugg Tasman Slippers

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Uggs have long been known as makers of the best slippers for women, and these shoes prove why. The Ugg slippers are made of soft suede, lined with decadent sheepskin and upcycled wool, and have a lightweight platform (so won't feel clunky) and an embroidered braid across the top to add extra style. What's more, they feature the brand's trademarked cushioning and traction for a lightweight yet durable sole. Bonus: The Tasman slippers have the same outsole as the brand's Classic Boot, so you can wear them indoors and outside. 

Price at time of publish: $110

Sizes: 5-12 | Width: Medium | Colors: 18

Best Shearling: Olukai Kipea Heu Genuine Shearling Slide Sandal

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Who would have thought you could score a super cozy slipper from a shoe brand that hails from Hawaii? This Olukai sandal has soft shearling-wrapped straps for a comfy fit, a supportive platform, a footbed with foam underlay and shearling cover for cushioning, and a non-marking, grippy rubber outsole for added traction on wet or slick surfaces. Not to mention, the outsole features a tropical design of island flora for a mood boost during winter. 

Price at time of publish: $120

Sizes: 5-11 | Width: Medium | Colors: 5

Best Fleece: Nike Burrow Slipper

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If you're in the market for something sporty yet comfortable, check out these slippers from Nike. They are lined with cozy fleece, have a soft foam midsole that feels like stepping into a marshmallow and feature an anti-slip outsole with a traction pattern for outside wear. Plus, the zipper pocket on the top lets you stash small items such as keys or cash if you're heading out to walk the dog or make a grocery store run and don't want to carry a purse. 

Price at time of publish: $60

Sizes: 5-12 | Width: Medium | Colors: 4

Best Wool: Merrell Juno Wool Clog

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This slip-on features a cozy wool upper and fleece lining and also has the brand's signature active footbed that supports your feet and provides all-day comfort. The clog is way more fashion-forward than other slippers out there, which means you can also sport it outside on walks with your dog or just hanging on your deck or patio. Pick from earthy tones including olive, black, and moonrock (a tan color) or go with the blanket design for a more colorful look. 

Price at time of publish: From $77

Sizes: 5-11 | Width: Medium | Colors: 6

Best Mule: Minnetonka Chesney Mule Slipper

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These fuzzy mule slippers have a suede exterior with stylish stitching on the top, fur collar, thick, flexible soles, and a rubber outsole with grippy traction to support you on wet or slippery surfaces. Plus, they are easy to slip on and off (although they're secure enough to stay in place when you want them on) and can take you from bumming around the house to grabbing coffee with friends. 

Price at time of publish: From $47

Sizes: 5-11 | Width: Medium and Wide | Colors: 15

Best Moccasin: L.L. Bean Women's Wicked Good Moccasins

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Believe it or not, this moccasin slipper from heritage brand L.L. Bean is so popular, one pair sells every seven seconds during peak winter in December. Even better? More than four million pairs have been sold in the last five years, so you know there are some satisfied customers. Made with soft sheepskin, the moccasins feature a warm shearling lining that wicks moisture away from feet to keep feet comfy and dry, plush EVA memory foam insole, and a durable outsole for cushion on hard or slippery floors. The shearling extends above the shoe slightly to give your ankles a little extra warmth.

Price at time of publish: From $80

Sizes: 5-11 | Width: Medium and Wide | Colors: 8

Best Open-Toe: Sollbeam Fuzzy House Slippers

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This platform sandal-slipper delivers style and comfort, thanks to arch support, a deep heel cup (which helps cradle your foot if walking long distances or standing all day), and a furry material that's soft against your skin. And because they're indoor- and outdoor-friendly, these slippers are machine-washable, making cleaning them a breeze. Just because they're cheap doesn't mean they're not healthy for your feet: They're ideal for people with foot issues (such as arthritis, bunions, and plantar fasciitis), and they even seem to be an excellent, affordable dupe for Vionic's Relax slippers (mentioned earlier in this list).

Price at time of publish: $40

Sizes: 6-11 | Width: Medium | Colors: 10

Best Closed-Back: Dearfoams Rebecca Microfiber Velour Slipper

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This luxurious velour loafer has a multi-density cushioned insole with memory foam for comfort, an enclosed back for security, and grippy treads to prevent slippage. The embroidered detailing on the top is a pretty addition even if you're just wearing them indoors, while the rubber sole allows you to venture outside in them, too. Since the house slipper is not open in the back, you can be confident these house shoes will stay on while you're puttering around the house.

Price at time of publish: $22

Sizes: 5-14 | Width: Medium and Wide | Colors: 14

Best Convertible-Heel: Toms Ezra Slipper

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Designed with a recycled polyester blend upper made from post-consumer plastic bottles, this cute slip-on slipper also has a built-in EVA insole and rubber outsole with grippy tread to keep you from slipping on hardwood floors, tile, and stairs. But what makes these slippers for women so different from other pairs is the convertible heel, signature to Toms. You can slip into them easily like a pair of mules (and wear the heel down if you have heel irritation or Haglund's deformity, as Dr. Brenner mentioned) or wear the heel up for added warmth and a more secure fit. Choose from various versions with waffle or faux shearling exteriors based on your personal style preference.

Price at time of publish: From $20

Sizes: 5-12 | Width: Medium | Colors: 4

Best Slipper Socks: Bombas Jacquard Knit Grip Slipper

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If you're a fan of wearing cozy house socks around the home, but hate the slip factor, then you'll adore this sock-slipper hybrid. Made of a breathable blend of cotton and wool, these slipper socks have a brushed lining on the inside for warmth and special grippy dots on the bottom (much like this pair of editor-loved toe socks for at-home workouts and barre class) to keep you from sliding on hard surfaces. You'll love the bold jacquard pattern, and unlike other options that made this list, this pair is machine washable and folds flat for easy packing, making it ideal for travel and one of the best slippers for women on the market. 

Price at time of publish: $45

Sizes: XS-L | Width: Medium | Colors: 8

Best Slipper Boots: Sorel Nakiska Bootie Slipper

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While it might closely resemble the winter footwear in your closet, Sorel's bootie acts as both a boot and a slipper, which makes it worth the price tag. You'll stay toasty, comfortable, and supported all day thanks to the leather exterior, plush faux fur lining, incredibly soft footbed, and anti-slip rubber platform outsole, which makes this slipper boot great for transitioning from the couch to the neighborhood sidewalk.

Price at time of publish: From $63

Sizes: 5-11 | Width: Medium | Colors: 2

Best Insulated: The North Face Women's Thermoball Traction Mule V

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Combining The North Face's Thermoball Eco insulation (a synthetic alternative to down) with a durable rubber sole with reliable traction, this sleeping-bag-looking slipper is ideal for everything from après ski to your morning coffee run — even when temperatures plummet to freezing. It features a fleece collar lining that won't irritate skin, collapsible heel with elastic to keep it securely in place, and a water-repellent ripstop upper to protect your feet from the elements. 

Price at time of publish: From $41

Sizes: 5-11 | Width: Medium | Colors: 27

Best for Outdoors: Teva ReEmber Moc

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Wear these incredibly comfortable slippers around the house, campsite, or while bopping around town during your next ski trip. They have a cushioned footbed and lightweight midsole for comfort, plus a lugged, rubber outsole that provides traction even on snowy or icy terrain. A ripstop upper keeps you protected while adventuring, and a special coating repels water for misty mornings walking the dog or when you get caught in an unexpected light rain. And the slippers have an antimicrobial treatment to help reduce foot odor, so you don't have to worry about side-eye from fellow campers around the fire after a long day hiking.

Price at time of publish: From $59

Sizes: 5-11 | Width: Medium | Colors: 6

Best Recovery Slippers: Oofos Unisex OOriginal

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This house slipper is designed specifically for workout recovery, making it ideal to slip on after a long run or an at-home workout. It has a special foam technology that absorbs 37 percent more impact than traditional footwear foam and an insanely comfortable footbed that supports your arches while reducing stress on your joints (so it's also a great pick for those on their feet all day long).

Price at time of publish: From $60

Sizes: 5-16 | Width: Medium | Colors: 9

Best Editor Recommendation: Glerups Slipper

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A Denmark brand that began by crafting only two pairs of shoes a day from the wool of their Gotland sheep, Glerups are not only one of a kind, but also embody hygge (the Danish word for getting super comfy at home) at its finest. They have a simple design made of 100 percent natural wool — which absorbs excess moisture and helps to regulate temperature — and soft calfskin.

Shape contributor Susan Brickell has been wearing this pick for more than five years, owns three different pairs, and loves how the odor-eliminating wool staves off stink and regulates the temperature of her feet — whether it's a chilly winter day in New York or she just wants extra comfort and support while working from home. (She even wears them during hot summers in Florida.) Since these have a calfskin outsole, they are made for indoor wear. However, the brand offers a version with a rubber sole, as well as a boot silhouette with the rubber bottoms, that she wears to the gym, supermarket, during flights, and when walking her dog.

Price at time of publish: From $70

Sizes: 5-19 | Width: Medium | Colors: 8