Review:
Giesswein Wool Slippers and Shoes
We were immediately struck by the beautiful styles of these shoes. Then we found out why. The Tyrol region of Austria is considered by many to be the most beautiful corner of the Alps. They believe that product, quality, and success is very much a reflection of the region in which They live and work.
Surrounded by pristine lakes and rivers, sparkling glaciers, snow-capped peaks, and pastoral valleys, nature has been our inspiration since day one. Their tradition of hard work, reliable quality, and respect for nature is the backbone of their success for over fifty years. They say wool is natural, breathable, washable, healthy, earth-friendly, and cool!
Calden Clog for womenThey call this shoe a true boiled wool workhorse and we have to agree! Our reviewer is allergic to wool but had no problems wearing these. She loves wearing them in all situations. Because they are so comfortable and durable, they get worn for driving, traveling, camping, and around the house.
They are so easy to slip into, yet give amazing support to the foot, that they feel more like a shoe. She has gotten them wet, and dirty and just brushed them off. After many months, they still look like new. The non-marking, slip-resistant waterproof outsole and rocker heel along with the anatomically correct cork-latex footbed make this a wonderful shoe that is great looking too!
They start by making a thick, extra-dense woven knit and then ‘boil’ this special batch of wool to a strength and consistency that is suitable to the rugged demands of your feet. And, because wool is the ‘rockstar’ of natural fibers, it is still soft to the touch.
Did you know that breathable boiled wool is never itchy or scratchy? And contrary to popular myth, wool doesn’t make you hot. In fact, it will cool you down when you start to warm up. Conversely, it will warm you up when you get a little chilly. (Not convinced yet? Why do you think sheep love their wooly coats ALL YEAR ROUND? Answer: the design of individual wool hairs allows it to regulate your temperature naturally in summer or winter.)
These slippers are easy to slip into but stay on the foot because of their anatomically-correct, removable footbeds that are designed to offer you the widest comfort options: enjoy the amazing arch support, deep heel cup, and molding contour of their patented footbeds or insert your own custom orthotics.
Our reviewer knew as soon as he put these slippers on they would be a favorite. He was surprised that they weren't too hot, but kept his feet just right. Then we did more research. We found the secret is in breathable wool that is known to never be never itchy or scratchy. And contrary to popular myth, wool doesn't make you hot. In fact, it will cool you down when you start to warm up. Conversely, it will warm you up when you get a little chilly. (Not convinced yet? Why do you think sheep love their wooly coats ALL YEAR ROUND? Answer: the design of individual wool hairs allows it to regulate your temperature naturally in summer or winter.)
These slippers have anatomically-correct, removable footbeds designed to offer you the widest comfort options: enjoy the amazing arch support, deep heel cup, and molding contour of their patented footbeds. If you would rather, you can insert your own custom orthotics.
We use these clogs for slippers indoors and then enjoy them outside. Since you can just slip into them, they get picked over shoes on a daily basis. Because of it's unique temperature regulating properties, natural water resistance, and legendary durability, boiled wool is perfect candidate for protecting us from the elements and offers an alternative to synthetic materials used in much modern outerwear. Even though our reviewer is allergic to wool, she had no problems wearing these clogs
They use a thick, extra-dense woven knit and then 'boil' this special batch of wool to a strength and consistency that is suitable to the rugged demands of your feet. Yet still soft to the touch. Add an anatomically-correct, cork-latex footbed with metatarsal arch support and you've got a shoe that carries you through the day with ease and support.
...Fiftysense Product Review Panel