Slippers, shoes without uppers in the second half, are generally worn indoors. Usually refers to the three protrusions that pass through the shoe or the foot only, or the direction of the shoe and the foot are parallel to the sole of the foot, or the approximate plane of the inner surface of the sole and coplanar with the extension line of the calf axis without harming the shoe or the foot. Shoes that can separate shoes from feet and slippers have been widely used in people’s daily life.
origin
It is a popular saying that slippers originated in the Meiji era of Japan, but in fact slippers originated in India earlier. Zhou Qufei, an official who served in Guangxi during the Southern Song Dynasty, recorded two kinds of leather slippers worn by local addressees: one was made of leather as the base, and there was a small pillar with a one-inch long head in the middle. One type of cross red skin is placed on the bottom of the skin and walks with its feet penetrated. It is also said that the shape of these leather slippers is exactly the same as that of Luohan’s feet in the painting at that time. Zhou Qufei also described the red slippers worn by the people of the old man in southern India, which are the same as those worn by Luohan in the painting.

   

   

   

   

Culture:
Asia
Slippers are also deeply related to the culture of some specific regions. In many Asian countries, indoor slippers must be changed when entering the house. There are also special bathroom slippers in the toilet, and the slippers of the owner and the guest are usually distinguished.
Tropical area
In tropical countries, it is quite common to wear slippers outdoors. Many people who work on the street also have a pair of slippers for their work clothes. Most restaurants will not prohibit wearing slippers.
Sightseeing spot
Tourists wearing slippers are also common in some coastal tourist attractions. Therefore, some high-end restaurants, clothing stores or department store boutiques will post “No slippers in the shop” slogan.
Formal occasions
It is not proper to wear flat slippers on formal occasions, such as attending graduation ceremonies, going to church, visiting temples, etc. At the Jade Buddha Temple in Thailand, it is clearly stipulated that visitors cannot wear slippers without heels.

   

   

 

   

   

Differences between North and South slippers
north
If you are in the north, there is basic heating in the room in winter. It is recommended to buy more plush slippers with openings in the front. This kind of slippers are sold in foreign countries, but they are relatively rare in China, because open slippers are not easy to accumulate bacteria, and they are not easy to accumulate in warm indoors It feels sultry and suffocating, and the plush fabric is very comfortable and easy to clean.

south
If you are in the south and winter is relatively cold and humid, you should prepare a few pairs of all-inclusive indoor cotton slippers. Many high-quality slippers are padded with plush fabric. If worn for a long time, they will be flattened and become damp. , It affects the comfort, so you need several pairs of rotation, take off and put it on the balcony to dry, keep the shoes dry and durable, and feel warm when you wear them.