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Support Your Every Step at Home: House Shoes to the Rescue

Have you ever spent a day at home—maybe you’re preparing for a big holiday meal, working remotely, or doing chores—and your feet are unexpectedly sore?

Sometimes spending hours inside without shoes on literally hurts. Especially if your flooring is hardwood, tile, or another hard material.

The reason? Yup, lack of support. Just like you’d want to keep your feet comfortable on a long walk or when standing all day at your job, the same goes for what you wear inside your home. You need a pair of good house shoes you can rely on.

What are house shoes?

House shoes are just that: comfortable shoes you wear exclusively in your home. They never go outside, so they stay clean—supporting your feet and keeping your feet warm if needed.

Many cultures consistently use slippers or house shoes and keep them all lined up at the door. So, if your feet are achy or strained after being inside all day, this idea is for you.

Should you wear shoes indoors?

If you spend a lot of time at home on your feet: cleaning, cooking, woodworking, general putzing, or walking a million steps on laundry day, we absolutely recommend a pair of indoor house shoes.

Comfortable house shoes for the win!

What makes a good house shoe?

Think about these factors when picking the best shoes for around the house:

  • Easy to slip on and off

  • Comfortable with arch support

  • Color: Let your personality through

Easy to slip on and off

Hands always full? Need something that’s just as easy to put on as it is to take off? Try a slip-on shoe, Allbirds slip-on shoes are extra comfortable because we only use the planet’s renewable materials, which are naturally lightweight and breathable. Try them out by slipping on the Tree Loungers, made with lightweight eucalyptus tree fiber, or the Wool Loungers with soft ZQ merino wool.

Comfort all day

While athletic shoes usually offer the most structure, everyday shoes and women’s flats will support your every step, too. 

If you need unmatched comfort with effortless convenience, check out the Wool Lounger Mules for the perfect house shoe. With an ultra-soft merino wool design that hugs your feet, a sleek backless silhouette, and a cushy midsole, they’re ideal for lounging at home, quick errands, or even relaxed workdays.

Good news: At Allbirds, we carry a slip-on athletic shoe called the Tree Dasher Relay, made from earth-friendly materials like leftover stock yarns, so each pair has slight variations in color for a one-of-a-kind design. You could absolutely do relays around the kitchen island in these.

For bumming-around-comfort in a lower profile, try the Tree Skippers in men’s and women’s, a lightweight boat shoe made with responsibly sourced eucalyptus tree fiber.

The warming factor: Wool house shoes

Notoriously cold floors? Or maybe you just have notoriously cold toes that stay frigid all winter…try warm wool house shoes. 

More supportive than thick socks and less floppy than sweaty slippers, a proper wool shoe is the best balance for indoor wear. Check out our wide variety of wool shoes—you’ll find a pair that will keep your tootsies warm but your foot breathing, no matter how many times you walk between the fireplace and the wood pile.

Color: Let your personality through

Hey, you’re not going to be seeing a ton of people in your house sneakers, so why not pick a bold color or a super fun look you wouldn’t normally wear? This is your time to let your personality shine. We personally love some bold colors, hot pink, purple, and of course grass green on your feet.

So, go ahead—stay home, make your feet happy, make the planet happy, and enjoy the best house shoes on the planet!

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