I FINALLY FOUND SLIPPERS I LIKE. I wanted something in a slim loafer style but still plush and cozy. There's tons of the enormous furry type slippers out there and ultra thin and stiff fashion smoking slippers but it was really hard finding a middle ground. They're padded all the way around with what seems to be good quality cushioning that doesn't get instantly misshapen or make weird sounds. The cushioning isn't thick or orthopedic-like with support however, just more so fluffy and cozy. The sole is a flexible but kind of thick non-slip rubber. I really wasn't looking for a thick rubber sole but it's not stiff at all and absorbs walking impact. I had tried many other pairs without a thick rubber bottom fearing that it would be too clog-like but this is really just a bonus on this design because it's super comfy and bends! I have a narrow heel also and these are the ONLY pair of any flat/loafer/slipper that has not come off my heel in recent shoe-trying-on-trips. I'm a size 7 and bought the 7-8. This size may be too narrow in the toe for some 8's. The fabric is velvety and looks nicer than i expected while also being fuzzy but not super hot like fleece. The embroidery looks good...honestly impressed with the look since many styles from this brand are more frumpy.