If you ask the average person to envision a slipper they’ll usually picture the typical fluffy bath slipper. Yet, there are more refined versions of the slipper that occupies a distinct place in classic menswear. Gianni Agnelli , ever the rule-breaker, in burgundy leather slippers What is a Slipper? Traditionally, slippers have several characteristics that help identify them. The first is that you must be able to slip them on and off without any sort of fastening, as the name suggests. Another feature of slippers is that they’re generally soft with minimal structure and a thin sole, so you can’t walk over rough ground or even hard sidewalks for any length of time with them; if you do, you’ll have aching feet and your soles will wear out in a hurry. Monogrammed velvet slippers of President Truman – note his initials are engraved upside down Thus, unlike shoes , slippers are made primarily for indoor use. They don’t allow much mobility except what’s required to tott...
