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Comfortable slip-on trainers to wear without socks

Hello, for whatever reason I always seem to reach for my old ugly Crocs when heading out, and I’m after an alternative that looks a bit better.

Have just seen the Literides and they’re really appealing because they seem to be the usual Croc material (ie super breathable and no fabric) but look a bit more like a regular trainer. The only problem is that the reviews aren’t great - averaging 3.7 on the Crocs site.

Are there any alternatives worth checking out please? Ideally I want something that’s comfortable/breathable and also I can slip-on without socks. Thanks!

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  • DullGreyGuy
    DullGreyGuy Posts: 13,982 Forumite
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    What budget do you want to spend? 

    Personally, other than sandals, I wouldn't wear any shoes without socks because my feet are very sweaty and shoes start smelling far too quickly. There are some, eg Tropicfeel, that claim to be treated with anti-bacterial coatings to prevent this but my gut says it will be a time limited effect. 

    Really depends if you want them to look like trainers, a canvas shoe, loafer/driver/boat shoe etc... all can be worn sockless (or with invisible socks for people like me)
  • Emmia
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    What budget do you want to spend? 

    Personally, other than sandals, I wouldn't wear any shoes without socks because my feet are very sweaty and shoes start smelling far too quickly. There are some, eg Tropicfeel, that claim to be treated with anti-bacterial coatings to prevent this but my gut says it will be a time limited effect. 

    Really depends if you want them to look like trainers, a canvas shoe, loafer/driver/boat shoe etc... all can be worn sockless (or with invisible socks for people like me)
    I'm with you on this, there's something a bit icky about closed shoes with no socks - if I want a no sock look I pick no show liners/socks.

    I don't have very sweaty feet.
  • sarah1972
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    100% Skechers slip ins 
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  • Misslayed
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    sarah1972 said:
    100% Skechers slip ins 
    Not cheap but a revelation to this Heart Failure and  osteoarthritis sufferer! Most comfortable shoes I've ever worn - with invisible socks
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  • marcia_
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    sarah1972 said:
    100% Skechers slip ins 
     My hubby swears by sketchers . Says they are so comfortable and you can slip them on and off without ruining the back 
  • blizeH
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    Thank you all so much! I think, or at least from my experience the Crocs are fine to wear without socks, which is why I was tempted by the Literides, I often get my feet wet when I'm out with the children and don't like wearing wellies.

    The skechers slip-ins look great though, thank you! But I guess from what you guys are saying they're best to be worn with socks? Quite pricey too so will keep an eye out for a deal :)
  • sarah1972
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    blizeH said:
    Thank you all so much! I think, or at least from my experience the Crocs are fine to wear without socks, which is why I was tempted by the Literides, I often get my feet wet when I'm out with the children and don't like wearing wellies.

    The skechers slip-ins look great though, thank you! But I guess from what you guys are saying they're best to be worn with socks? Quite pricey too so will keep an eye out for a deal :)
    Nope, my husband wears his slip ins without socks. 
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