I don't buy anything but these slippers or similar styles in same brand. Despite many negative reviews here, I have NEVER had a single pair fall apart after years of use around the house. I tend to buy a new pair once a year, despite not really needing to...they can get just get a bit worn, but never have fallen apart or torn. I just like a new pair every year. I just put my new pair on and love them. Ill be buying another pair soon because they're priced right at this time of this review. Ill save them for next year.