Be aware that these slippers are not good for wide feet. I have wide feet and prefer my indoor casual slippers to be easy to slip on and off. These fit more like running shoes. See photo showing this slipper next to an old loose-fitting slipper.
The historical concept of these classic natural made fiber house slippers is very good. Bringing them into today’s world is refreshing …to find 100% natural products that are well-made to stand the test of time. A great find! The cost is a bit high, but I assume that these will last a long time (we shall see) and the quality of finish and craftsmanship is definitely there. Where there is a design flaw is on the shape of the opening of the shoe.. the front ‘vamp’ portion of the shoe is very high up and way too tight / too small cutting into the bridge of the foot : very uncomfortable and leaves deep marks. The size is perfect in terms of the inner sole, it’s just that they have not properly cut these for a proper comfortable fit of a lounging slipper. So, with a very sharp scissor, I was able to cut the front of them down at least an inch and open them up a little bit with some of my own design flare so they are now super comfortable. Maybe order one size up on these but still the vamp is too high and foot opening too tight and small. They need to work on the design and rename them ‘Nessa’ LOL.
They look good on but the fit is very weird. I have normal feet I think and these were snug in the pinky side but quite long and narrow. It would fit much better to have them shorter and more rounded so toes are comfortable. Also a negative is an actual smell of formaldehyde. Which i absolutely hate and know very well. Due to these reasons I returned and went for Glerups that I find have a much better foot shape and comfort.
Love that these are the same slippers I purchased in Norway and Sweden. They are the first things on my feet in the morning and the last things I take off at night. I dearly love the fit and comfort of these slippers. Thank you for making this possible in the US.
I have absolutely loved these slippers! They are so comfortable in the cold Midwest. I had to size up, but that’s just because I enjoy a larger slipper.
I love these slippers! They fit me best when I wear socks. I love the soft sole. They do not catch in the nap of the carpet like other hard soled slippers I have had. Love them! ❤️
These were a Christmas gift one year ago and are my absolute favorite! The only flaw is in the sole where a hole has developed. I've never worn them outside either. :(Very heartbreaking since replacing them is pretty pricey.
I initially ordered a different color than Heather, but they immediately processed my request once I changed my mind. After getting my new slippers in the color I really liked, I didn't take them off in the house. They fit my feet well, are super comfortable, and keep me warm. The only thing I found interesting is that the bottom sole attracts more than I expected. Still love them nonetheless. Excited and hopeful these last me a long time! Thank you for my elegant, sustainable slippers!
These are the most comfortable slippers I have ever had the pleasure of putting on my feet. Not only are they comfy my feet never sweat up even in warmer weather. The color Bordeaux is a change for me as I always seem to buy grey slippers and it’s a great change. I especially love the comfort of the suede sole and I have no intention of wearing them out side the house. I am also very happy with the price of them good quality is worth it to me. Sizing is perfect feels like a slipper should. I do intend to buy another pair just because I can. Will never put anything other than wool on my feet from now on. Perfect
Perfect comfy fit, with or without socks. I’m so glad I found these!
I found these slippers when googling "slippers that won't stink with sweaty feet." I had fleece-lined slippers for years, but I couldn't wear them without socks because my feet would sweat and they would smell so bad! I've worn my nootkas for a few weeks now and even vacuumed the house in them barefoot and they don't smell bad a bit (they actually smell kinda like sheep lol, but that's better than stinky feet smell, and it's only if you smell them really really closely)! I'm so thankful for these slippers! They are well worth the price. I got the size 37 and usually wear a 7-7.5, so I would recommend your usual size or a bit down (a 37 is 6.5-7.) especially if your feet run on the narrow side. They keep my feet warm without having socks on which is a great! Thanks for making a great product, nootka!
These are the most awesome house slippers I ever had, and I’m not exxagerating! So comfortable, easy to put on and take off, very light, very warm, and very stylish! The sole does get dirty, although I only wear them inside. I’ve been wearing them everyday for about a month and they don’t smell at all! I should probably wash them with a cloth but I’m a bit scared that I’d destroy them. Any tips I’d appreciate. Here’s a pic of them after being worn for a month. My house is not that dirty but I do have cats, lol! Interestingly, they left them alone :)
Edit: Nootkas contacted me after my review and suggested I massage the toes of my slippers to mold them to my foot better and adjust the shape. I did and it has helped a lot. They aren’t perfectly even as one toe is a bit bigger than the other but that is the nature of handmade products and adds to their charm. My slippers have really molded to my foot and just get more comfortable with wear.
Pros:
No stinky, sweaty feet,
Very lightweight,
Comfortable for all day wear,
Fit adjusts to your foot given time
Cons:
Odd shaped toe.
I have a very small foot, typically a 5-5.5 US, but gave these a shot because I figured if they were loose I could add and insole or wear thick socks. I was pleasantly surprised that they actually stay on my foot quite well, in spite of the fact that they are definitely a bit big. The toe is a little puffy looking and seems longer than necessary for the size, even given that these are a half size too big. Because of that they don’t look as cute on me as the pictures. That said, I love them and they feel like they are starting to mold to my foot. My feet tend to sweat profusely, even barefoot in cool weather and they get smelly quickly. I haven’t had sweaty feet in these yet and my feet don’t smell after wearing all day which has never happened before. They are significantly lighter than any other slipper I’ve owned and feel quite soft and not itchy at all. I give these a solid 5 stars.
Hi Heather, thank you for your feedback. You may be able to adjust the shape of the toe by giving your slippers a little massage in the right direction. The wool is very flexible and can be manipulated and reshaped to some degree. Thanks! - Nootkas
Just started using my Nootka slippers. They fit just as advertised. I got them so I could slip some sort of foot covering off and on while caring for my granddaughter. I usually wear sandals or clogs and I had a hard time finding slippers with a soft sole that I liked.
My bare feet made more noise than I liked on the tile while the slippers keep my footsteps more silent and keep my feet warm.
These are the most comfortable slippers I have ever had. I love them! Plus, I sent a note over to the customer care team and they were so prompt and helpful. Now, I am thinking about who I can gift these to next. Nootkas rock.
Shine ON
Jillian
My Nootkas are the most comfortable slippers I have ever worn. I know what everyone is getting for Christmas 2021!!
2023 update: Two years in, I still wear these almost every day as I walk around my house. They do keep my feel warm. They are lightweight, comfy, breathable. They have mostly held up. They've gotten darker in some spots on the bottom. Unfortunately I've worn through the leather sole in a few places on one slipper where the leather may have been thinner. I'm a bit disappointed about that wear and am curious how to patch them... Yet overall these are still a wonderful slipper and I would certainly recommend.2021: Warm and seem durable. They feel well made. So far, they seem breathable as well - my feet are warm but not sweating. Huge fan of these!
Well, I don’t want to say it, I really, really, REALLY don’t, however, these slippers are getting ONE star from me and it’s breaking my heart to pieces! A bit here, a bit there, my heart is just a sloppy, oozy, broken mess right now.Here’s what I love(d) about these lil’ slippers: They arrived packaged quite nicely in a cute little slipper bag … kind of like their own sleeping bag - all snuggled in , warm, cuddly, and cozy. They arrived fairly quickly on October 20th, five days after I ordered them (but let’s face it, we along with thousands of countless others pay for that service). They’re wool and I love wool (I have a lot of wool clothing items). Wool keeps you nice and toasty, all snugly and soft - it’s like a nice cup of hot chocolate wrapped around your body, and living here in the Pacific Northwest of the United States, during those late autumn months into the winter months, and now into the early spring, our floors feel a bit chilly … so, of course, WOOL!Here’s what I do not love: These lil’ wool slippers were purchased on the 15th of October 2020 for a grand total of $96.83. They have never seen the great PNW outdoors, not once, not even a sliver of any outdoor organic, native, or manmade anything (no dirt, rain, snow, grass, concrete, et cetera). They are worn indoors only and frankly, every – single – day! I don’t like to wear socks, but do I love running around the house in my PJs with my wool slippers, in my jeans with my wool slippers, chasing the fur babies up and down the stairs in my wool slippers, cooking num-nums for the tum-tums in my wool slippers, watching movies in my wool slippers, in my home office typing (as I am now) in my wool slippers … you get the point. They’re like my best friend, until they’re not. I discovered a hole, a HOLE, a H-O-L-E on the bottom of the right sole up near my little toe in my warm, cuddly, cozy, snuggly wool slippers. CRUSHED. That’s what I am … 150 days … not even a full six months (as I write this), and my slippers are dead, and my heart is just a sloppy, oozy broken mess, because of it … and now, I have to find a new best friend. Buyer beware, you only get a little, short bang for your hard earned buck shot with these. Crushed.*** UPDATE *** Well, let me amend this product review with a note. I stand by the review of the initial pair of slippers that I purchased. However, the Nootkas Customer Service Department reached out to me. The representative indicated that the slippers should not have worn out so quickly and that they believe where the hole appeared may have been a weak spot in the leather. They have offered to send me a brand new pair of Nootkas at no additional cost. I’m absolutely shocked! I thought this type of service had vanished from the face of our beloved blue and green planet. Thank you, Nootkas, for making something that was wrong, right, and without me even asking. So, I’m going to give my soft, cuddly, cozy, comforting lil’ wool friends another try and I’ll keep my fingers crossed that I can give a wonderful third update in the future.
I love my house shoes! They keep my feet warm, not sweaty!
So comfortable and cozy + great customer service !!
I love my Nootkas!! I was tired of walking on cold tile, and I had the hardest time finding something that made me feel like I was walking barefoot. I did not want a hard sole. These have been perfect and they keep my feet so warm!! I wear 6.5 shoes, and I went with the 37. I’m able to wear thick socks with them, which is what I preferred. I would recommend going down a size if you want to go barefoot.
Also love that the wool is responsibly sourced and the slippers are fair trade!
