Sometimes, a pair of shoes comes along and you wonder how you ever lived without them. I'm not exaggerating. I recently fell head over heels for one of the unlikeliest pairs imaginable. Not a slingback with va-va-voom sex appeal. Not a knee-high boot with look-at-me energy. No, it was in fact a flat leather mule from FitFlop, the brand famous for its trademarked midsole technology that is pressure-diffusing, impact-reducing and super-cushioning. Reader, I love them.
They're so comfortable, so practical - I can't bring myself to subject my feet to anything else now that they've met these ergonomic mules. Modern and minimal, the upper is crafted from a single piece of soft leather for a vibe that's chic, clean and not unlike much more expensive shoes from brands that have made a lifestyle choice out of quiet luxury (ahem, The Row). I plan on wearing them all winter, with my favourite turn-up jeans, a swishing pleated skirt, a utilitarian boiler suit – the options are endless.
FitFlop have so many brilliant options, including a pair of leather house slippers that a) look very similar to my pair and b) can actually be worn outdoors thanks to rubber outsoles. Prepare to feel like you're walking on sofa cushions for the foreseeable future.
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These are almost identical to my leather slippers. Crafted of supple leather, its midsoles are made of high-rebound, ergonomically shaped cushioning, with impact pillows front and back, and arch-contours for natural support. Translation? They're an absolute dream to walk in.
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These can be worn indoors and out. Their Microwobbleboard™ midsoles are biomechanically engineered for pressure-diffusion, impact reduction, and all-day cushioning.
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A more refined version of the brand's original slipper, this loafer-like pair is crafted from premium felt that's 100% PET polyester recycled from plastic bottle waste. A must-have for lounging in style, you can also wear them outside thanks to rubber outsoles.
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This boot's chunky yet light soles deliver the ultimate in cosiness, with an extra grippy tread for safer walking on wintery ground. Note: FitFlop advises that these boots have an 'average to slim' width fit so may feel narrower than other styles.
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These boots are modern, minimalist and designed to be an everyday boot that will really go the distance. With an ultra-clean upper and a super chunky sole, they're perfectly balanced.