{"id":877,"date":"2022-01-19T21:45:12","date_gmt":"2022-01-19T21:45:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/barefootmaestra.com\/?p=877"},"modified":"2022-02-03T16:30:33","modified_gmt":"2022-02-03T16:30:33","slug":"softstar-fireside-slippers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/barefootmaestra.com\/index.php\/2022\/01\/19\/softstar-fireside-slippers\/","title":{"rendered":"Softstar Fireside Slippers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/barefootmaestra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/B8197483-7879-4C78-A844-66C58536A2B2_1_105_c.jpg?resize=349%2C349&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-878\" width=\"349\" height=\"349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/barefootmaestra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/B8197483-7879-4C78-A844-66C58536A2B2_1_105_c.jpg?w=886&amp;ssl=1 886w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/barefootmaestra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/B8197483-7879-4C78-A844-66C58536A2B2_1_105_c.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/barefootmaestra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/B8197483-7879-4C78-A844-66C58536A2B2_1_105_c.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/barefootmaestra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/B8197483-7879-4C78-A844-66C58536A2B2_1_105_c.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/barefootmaestra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/B8197483-7879-4C78-A844-66C58536A2B2_1_105_c.jpg?resize=400%2C400&amp;ssl=1 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 349px) 100vw, 349px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"http:\/\/<a href=&quot;https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=&quot;&gt;Shop Moccasins &amp; Slippers<\/a&gt;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Softstar Fireside Slippers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I received these as a gift, but my opinion is my own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I do have to confess that I am a big fan of <a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Softstar <\/a>and I was dying to try these Fireside Slippers. A couple of years ago, I found a pair of their Youth Roo Moccasin Suede Leather slippers in size 8 for sale on a secondhand page and I wore them for a year: their sheepskin is so luxurious, I knew their Fireside Slippers were going to be amazing. &nbsp;I am not disappointed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-orange-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Y<a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ou can buy find them here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents-block-table-of-contents-block\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent- \"><div class=\"eb-toc-container   eb-toc-is-not-sticky eb-toc-not-collapsible eb-toc-initially-not-collapsed eb-toc-scrollToTop style-1 list-style-none\" data-scroll-top=\"false\" data-scroll-top-icon=\"fas fa-angle-up\" data-collapsible=\"false\" data-sticky-hide-mobile=\"false\" data-sticky=\"false\" data-scroll-target=\"scroll_to_toc\" data-copy-link=\"false\" data-editor-type=\"\" data-hide-desktop=\"false\" data-hide-tab=\"false\" data-hide-mobile=\"false\" data-itemcollapsed=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-toc-header\"><div class=\"eb-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-toc-wrapper \" data-headers=\"[{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Company&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Company&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;company&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Design&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Design&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;design&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Materials&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Materials&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;materials&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Sizing&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Sizing&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;sizing&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Care&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Care&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;care&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Opinion&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Opinion&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;opinion&quot;}]\" data-visible=\"[true,true,true,true,true,true]\" data-delete-headers=\"[]\" data-smooth=\"true\" data-top-offset=\"\"><div class=\"eb-toc__list-wrap\"><ul class=\"eb-toc__list\"><li><a href=\"#company\">Company<\/a><li><a href=\"#design\">Design<\/a><li><a href=\"#materials\">Materials<\/a><li><a href=\"#sizing\">Sizing<\/a><li><a href=\"#care\">Care<\/a><li><a href=\"#opinion\">Opinion<\/a><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"company\">Company<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Softstar<\/a> was founded 30 years ago by Tim and Jeanie Oliver when they wanted to create barefoot shoes for their daughter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Throughout the years, it has evolved to an amazing company. Their main goal is to produce high-quality shoes while minimizing their environmental footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They built a new green workshop:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>they repurposed building materials,<\/li><li>uncoated wood construction (no drywall, paint or chemicals),<\/li><li>use green energy (100% sourced from sustainable wind and solar),<\/li><li>added an electric vehicle charging station and a permeable parking lot.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They prioritize sustainability:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Zero waste packaging,<\/li><li>Recycling in the workshop,<\/li><li>Upcycle leather,<\/li><li>Reuse hand and shop towels.<\/li><li>Compost<\/li><li>Encourage the resale of their shoes in order to reduce waste.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are an ethical company:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>using materials that are non-toxic, including their glue, making sure their employees are not exposed to harmful gases.<\/li><li>Creating a community where there is mutual respect and dignity.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"design\">Design<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/barefootmaestra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/835500F9-6EDE-4916-B507-78BF96C0D7D1_1_105_c-1.jpg?resize=347%2C347&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-880\" width=\"347\" height=\"347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/barefootmaestra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/835500F9-6EDE-4916-B507-78BF96C0D7D1_1_105_c-1.jpg?w=886&amp;ssl=1 886w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/barefootmaestra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/835500F9-6EDE-4916-B507-78BF96C0D7D1_1_105_c-1.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/barefootmaestra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/835500F9-6EDE-4916-B507-78BF96C0D7D1_1_105_c-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/barefootmaestra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/835500F9-6EDE-4916-B507-78BF96C0D7D1_1_105_c-1.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/barefootmaestra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/835500F9-6EDE-4916-B507-78BF96C0D7D1_1_105_c-1.jpg?resize=400%2C400&amp;ssl=1 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 347px) 100vw, 347px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"http:\/\/<a href=&quot;https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=&quot;&gt;Shop Moccasins &amp; Slippers<\/a&gt;\">Softstar Slippers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Slip-on design: I do not need my hands to secure them, which is definitely a plus for me.<\/li><li>Adjustable cuffs: They can be rolled up or down.<\/li><li>Replaceable sheepskin innersoles, which ensures they will last you a long time.<\/li><li>Left and right slippers are symmetrical when new and will shape to your foot with wear. You can use the star tags as reference.<\/li><li>Recommended for indoor use.<\/li><li>The sheepskin leather will stretch with wear and Softstar recommends a snug fit when new.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"materials\">Materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Softstar Shoes <\/a>are made from eco-friendly, tanned in USA leathers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Their sheepskin is unaltered (they are cleaned and naturally dyed, of course) and still attached to the original leather hide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Lining: Short wool sheepskin<\/li><li>Soles: Brushed suede<\/li><li>Trim: Buttery soft buffed cow leather<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sizing\">Sizing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I ordered my traditional size for <a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Softstar (8U)<\/a> when they actually recommend ordering a smaller size. I was nervous about them being too big, but they feel like a perfect fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Outsole measurements for size 8U:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Length: 28 cm<\/li><li>Width: 11.3 cm<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My measurements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Length: 25 cm<\/li><li>Width: 10 cm<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"http:\/\/<a href=&quot;https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=&quot;&gt;Shop Moccasins &amp; Slippers<\/a&gt;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fireside Slippers<\/a> are made of genuine luxurious sheepskin fleece that compresses with time. That is why <a href=\"http:\/\/<a href=&quot;https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=&quot;&gt;Shop Moccasins &amp; Slippers<\/a&gt;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Softstar<\/a> recommends a close fit at first, so the sheepskin forms to your feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In my case, my <a href=\"http:\/\/<a href=&quot;https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=&quot;&gt;Shop Moccasins &amp; Slippers<\/a&gt;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fireside Slippers<\/a> did not feel tight at the beginning and, even though, I have worn them every day since I got them (3 months), they have not stretched out. The sheepskin on the sole has compressed, but not enough to make them feel loose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I also have to state that I am NOT hard on shoes, especially slippers. I would recommend you reach out to Softstar if you are undecided on what size to try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"care\">Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"http:\/\/<a href=&quot;https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=&quot;&gt;Shop Moccasins &amp; Slippers<\/a&gt;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Softstar<\/a> recommends you use a suede\/nubuck leathercare product to protect against stains and water absorption, but it is not necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I prefer not to add anything to my slippers because my daughter likes to wear them to bed and I don\u2019t like the idea of adding chemicals to them. I have worn them in my 106-year-old house, with two dogs and wooden floors. I have stepped on water and I had food splatter on them. The sole does show use and the uppers have a couple of spots, but they still look immaculate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I would recommend applying suede leathercare products if you want to protect them against stains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"opinion\">Opinion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"http:\/\/<a href=&quot;https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=&quot;&gt;Shop Moccasins &amp; Slippers<\/a&gt;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">I love my Fireside Slippers!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are an expensive option: $125, but if you wear your slippers a lot, you might as well invest in a good quality pair that will last you a long time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are made with non-toxic materials, luxurious sheepskin, insoles that can be replaced to elongate their life, in an ethical company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want slippers that will stay with you for a long time and that will keep your feet warm, these are a great investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1722982&amp;u=2813424&amp;m=107180&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\">You can find them here.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I received these as a gift, but my opinion is my own. 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