'I've worn this controversial shoe all winter. I've never had so many compliments.'

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As someone with a weird aversion to closed-in shoes, every year when winter rolls around I find myself in a bit of a bind.

I've never been a big sneaker girl, and haven't bought a pair of ballet flats since they came back into fashion. I don't mind a boot, but they're more of a 'sometimes' shoe.

I live in slides and backless flats 99 per cent of the time.

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So back in April, when I spotted a pair of suede slides lined with fluffy shearling, I saw my opportunity. Could they be… an outdoor shoe with all the benefits of a slipper? A way to keep my feet toasty without succumbing to the need for a sock?

Finally, a shoe to fill that very niche gap in my wardrobe!

They weren't cheap, as far as my budget goes. In this economic climate, $250 for a pair of slides is an investment, and these were… a bit of a wildcard. But when I tried them on, I finally understood why they call them "footbeds" — they're like a bed, for your foot.

I have worn the shoes almost every day since I bought them, and I've never had so many compliments on, well, anything.

This is starting to look like one of those recipe posts you find on foodie blogs that take 100 years to get to the actual ingredients, so I'll cut to the chase. Behold!

My fluffy slides. Image: Supplied.

Alias Mae Panama - Natural leather/shearling, were $249.95, now $129.95.

They are almost sold out in the 'natural' suede, with more sizes still available in the chocolate brown alternative. Image: Supplied.

Alias Mae should be paying me a commission for all the pairs I've inadvertently sold; I get at least two inquiries a day (yes, they're as comfortable as they look. No, my toes are not cold. Yes, they have a proper sole. No, they haven't gotten visibly dirty.)

There's been a lot of chatter lately about finding the perfect 'door shoe', and I'd like to make a bid for these.

My slides sit next to the front door, ready to pop on for every outing. Trips to the park with my toddler: check. Lunch with friends: check. Daycare drop-off: check. Walking the dog: check.

While Ugg Boots look very… Ugg, these at least pass for normal shoes (albeit fluffy ones). Better yet, they've replaced my slippers around the house.

They're also a great transeasonal option to wear now and into the start of spring, especially when the nights are still chilly.

If you're in the market for a similar pair, I've found five more fluffy options. Get a load of these foot beds:

Therapy Refy, $89.95.

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Midas Esme Black Leather Shearling Slides, $199.95.

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Sol Sana Louis Footbed, was $245, now $196.

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Melissa Cozy Warm, $209.95.

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Women's Ugg Hurley Slip-On, was $149, now $69.99.

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