I bought these from another website in the India Ink (more like a Navy Blue) and have worn them around the house and outside walking around a little bit.  I was asked by a neighbor:  are those slippers or shoes?  That's a good question really :)  I am unsure.  I think they are a hybrid slipper with a sole that lets you walk outside to get the mail, paper or whatever.  I wouldn't want to be stuck outside with them for long in any wet conditions (even dew on the grass) as there are not any waterproof properties to these.

For a slipper-shoe they provide nice support and warmth.  Sometimes a little TOO much warmth.  Wear them barefooted and you may end up with sweaty (and therefore cold) feet.  Wear them with a light sock and they seem to be a little less impervious to this moisture issue.  I know I was experiencing more sweaty feet than I wanted (as I have with Keen sandals) and have used&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/2-Toms-Stink-Free-Deodorizer-Spray-8-oz/dp/B003WPPC3K/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">2 Toms Stink-Free Deodorizer Spray - 8 oz.</a>&nbsp;just to ensure that I don't end up with any lingering "stink".  The microfleece inside of the Howser is really soft and comfortable.  And the Keen Cush insole provides support.  It's more than you can ask for in a slipper .... or is it a shoe???

I knocked off a star because getting in and out of these is a two-handed job.  The back part of the Howser is stiff (probably part of it's support mechanism) but differs from many slipper where you can just slide or slip right into them handsfree .... not so with these.  I am happy for the tab on the back, that helps a lot.  I've worn these for almost 2 months on and off and I am hoping that back will soften up a little bit.

Still, these are well made, durable and are definitely hybrid footwear.  Is it a slipper or a shoe?  Not sure ... that's your choice.  Also note, I have the nylon version (like a puffy down coat) not the wool version.  This can be seen in the light grey Howser on Amazon.  I also like the Keen Men's fit in a 9 versus a woman's 11.  Enough width for my large woman's foot!