: an article of clothing that is easily slipped on or off: such as
a
: a glove or shoe without fastenings
b
: a garment (such as a girdle) that one steps into and pulls up
c
: pullover
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Sometimes described as a smoking slipper, these indoor slip-ons became a major craze in the 2010s due to to their comfortable fit and versatility.
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Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2024
The cosy, slip-on boot has a faux-shearling lining, soft padded upper and a memory foam insole.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Whether your priority is fashion, comfort, or function, here are 17 slip-on shoes that pair well with most any travel itinerary.
—Erinne Magee, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Nov. 2024
That’s why shorter boots are more convenient — the only thing better may be slip-on shoes like this pair that comes in sizes 5 to 11.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2024
The cosy, slip-on boot has a faux-shearling lining, soft padded upper and a memory foam insole.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Whether your priority is fashion, comfort, or function, here are 17 slip-on shoes that pair well with most any travel itinerary.
—Erinne Magee, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Nov. 2024
That’s why shorter boots are more convenient — the only thing better may be slip-on shoes like this pair that comes in sizes 5 to 11.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Slip-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slip-on. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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