I first bought this slipper 2 years ago. It is so sturdy and comfy and attractive that I began to wear them as regular shoes for dog walking, errands etc. I was cooking something and got grease on them. It wouldn't  come out so bought a replacement pair.  I absolutely love these "slippers". I wear them every day in the winter time. I have orange, purple, gray and green. If you want to wear socks you need to go up 1/2 size. I have lots of problems with my feet and these are a miracle shoe/slipper in my book. My feet never hurt when I wear these shoes. No pain ever!!! I love this shoe and hope they never stop making them.