The best men's slippers 2024 for putting your feet up in style: from Birkenstock to Gucci
Slippers needn’t be sad. With takes from Gucci and Versace, our pick of the best slippers for men in 2024 will make you look less like a member of the Royle Family, and more like Noël Coward…
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Worn around the house with your PJs – or dressing gown on colder days – a good pair of men's slippers will not only keep your feet snug but make you look like you actually care about yourself. Which, in our age of mindfulness, matcha and aggressive wellness, is never a bad thing.
Be they velvet-covered or shearling-lined, invest in a good pair of slippers and you'll find you wear them more than any sneaker or Derby shoe in your line-up. A good pair should keep your toes toasty without leaving your feet clammy and odorous. And, crucially, if you do default to them on a bin night, they shouldn't compromise the sartorial rep your neighbours have of you, either.
From functional home comfort to the classic leather-bound styles of British cobblers, and the zhuzhed-up styles of Italian fashion houses like Gucci and Versace, we’ve selected the best of this season's slippers below, so you can put your feet up in style.
SKIP TO: How long should a good pair of slippers last? | How do I clean and care for my house slippers? | Which slippers are best for sweaty feet?
What are GQ's best slippers for men?
You'll find all the slippers worth your consideration in the gallery further down, but first, here are our editor’s top picks:
- Best all-round slippers: Ugg, £100, stockx.com
- Best budget slippers: Birkenstock, £60, birkenstock.com
- Best designer slippers: Derek Rose, £180, derek-rose.com
How do we select our favourite slippers for men?
So, how exactly do we choose what constitutes the best slippers for men in 2024? Simple. We know our stuff, we do our research, and we get out there to experience as much product as possible.
Our section head of menswear for GQ Recommends, Heidi Quill, is obsessed with clothes. Joining British GQ in 2021, Heidi primarily looks after clothing content and spends a healthy amount of time up to her neck in samples, checking product for the very best quality, price and design, all before recommending pieces to you. That includes knowing everything there is to know about slippers.
Combined with the expertise of Paris-based fashion reporter Faye Fearon, you can be confident that all of our slipper picks below have been carefully selected for their combination of style, comfort, quality, and cost.
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Shop GQ's edit of the best men's slippers in 2024…
Best All-Round Slippers
1/9Ugg
Tasman Mules
- Fabrication: Suede upper
- Sizes: UK6-13
- Colours: Green, black
If luxury comfort is what you’re looking for in a slipper, few brands provide it better than Ugg. Fresh to the brand’s selection of indoor styles, this classic ‘Tasman’ design has been reimagined through an earthy-hued patchwork exterior and unbelievably soft ‘UggPlush’ inner. Crafted from a repurposed wool and Tencel Lyocell before being woven into a recycled polyester backing, they’re a stylish and sustainable win.
Best Designer Slippers
2/9Derek Rose
Backless Slippers
- Fabrication: Suede & sheepskin
- Sizes: UK6-12
- Colours: Beige, black, navy
One of our first ports of call for luxurious pyjamas, dressing gowns and loungewear in all its forms, Derek Rose is also a dab hand at off-duty footwear, as these slippers attest. Handmade in England, they're a luxurious mix of soft cow suede with fluffy sheepskin lining, offering the utmost comfort in that integral morning quest between bed and coffee machine.
Best Budget Slippers
3/9Birkenstock
Zermatt Slippers
- Fabrication: Wool felt upper
- Sizes: 2.5-14.5
- Colours: Blue, grey, beige, white
When it comes to laidback footwear, few brands spring to mind quite so instantaneously as Birkenstock. Luckily enough, many silhouettes from the LVMH-acquired sandal brand now come with some serious style clout. The Zermatt slipper is peak off-duty minimalism, and while it's unlikely to be seen walking between fashion-week shows, it makes for a sublime house shoe.
Mr P.
4/9Mr P.
Mr P.
- Fabrication: Calf suede
- Sizes: UK7-12
- Colours: Green, blue
A failsafe source for quality menswear essentials, it’s no surprise that Mr Porter’s in-house line includes a sophisticated pair of slippers. Guaranteed to keep your feet snug, this ‘Babouche’ design is made from a smooth suede on the outside and lined with plush shearling. The ultimate textural duo, they’re based with gripped rubber soles for practical pottering both indoors and on the driveway. Very nice.
Pangaia
5/9Pangaia
Pangaia
- Fabrication: 100% cotton
- Sizes: EU35-44
- Colours: Black, purple
Pangaia shot to fame with super cosy, super sustainable hoodies, so it follows that its footwear is a very good shout. Featuring cloud-soft padding at the footbed and – crucially – the upper strap, the brand’s Jersey slippers aren’t ever constricting. And fashioned from recycled organic cotton, your cosiness won’t cost the earth. These are all the permissions you need to kick back and enjoy a lazy day on the couch.
AllBirds
6/9Allbirds
AllBirds
- Fabrication: Merino wool upper
- Sizes: UK7-13
- Colours: Black, grey, white, burgundy, (+1 more)
A trainer brand at the forefront of sustainability, Allbirds also offer these wool loungers with the same carbon-negative green EVA midsole as its more recent performance-focused shoes. Not only is it planet-friendly, it's super comfortable too, utilising soft merino wool for a cosy upper and a moisture-wicking insole.
Missoni
7/9Missoni
Missoni
- Fabrication: Cotton terry jacquard
- Sizes: S-XL
- Colours: Black, blue
Shopping outside of the oft-sweaty world of fleece and shearling linings? Missoni has just the slipper for you. Relaying the Italian brand’s finesse for bold aesthetics, this cotton-terry-crafted style embraces a monochromatic jacquard pattern across the entirety of its silhouette – inspired by the label’s hallmark space-dyeing technique and fitted with plush cushioning inside.
Lululemon
8/9Lululemon
Lululemon
- Fabrication: Rubber upper
- Sizes: UK7-14
- Colours: Black, navy, white, beige
When frequent runs and gym fatigue have your feet all worse for wear, you’ll want to slip into something a little more comfortable. Enter Lululemon’s Restfeel pair: sliders that really live up to their name, thanks to foam arch supports, silk-soft straps and secure grip soles. Pack them in your gym bag, and you might actually look forward to leg day – or at the very least, the post-sesh locker room lounge with this soothing pair on foot.
Gucci
9/9Gucci
Gucci
- Fabrication: Textile upper, leather trim
- Sizes: UK4.5-15
- Colours: Beige
Few designer motifs are iconic as Gucci’s double logo emblem, making a pair of its slippers a must for a fashionable stance at home. Assembled in a similar manner to the house’s acclaimed loafer, this slip-on style features the classic horsebit detail over its GG-printed body, the canvas of which is nicely contrasted through a leather base and trims. Well worth the investment, if you ask us.
How long should a good pair of slippers last?
Whether we’re talking moccasin slippers, memory foam slippers, or something a little more demure, good slippers should last you anywhere between nine months to two years, depending on how much at-home calisthenics you might be engaging in.
How do I clean and care for my house slippers?
The very first thing we’ll always say when it comes to caring for a newly purchased garment is (once more for the people in the back) that you must read the care instructions. Some pairs of slippers will be machine washable, whilst others will advise that you simply wipe them clean with a cloth. The information is always there, you’ve just got to follow it to the letter.
Which slippers are best for sweaty feet?
The most important thing for our perspiring friends is to choose a lining that's breathable and promotes airflow. We'd suggest opting for a pair with a bamboo or cotton lining, as it's these fabrications that work to wick moisture and keep you dry and comfortable for longer.
