We have probably all seen the old movies where the ever-devoted pup carries in his master's slippers as soon as he walks in the door from a long, hard day at work. The idea of men wearing house slippers is assumed by some to be as old as those black and white movies. However, the truth is that men love to wear comfortable and warm slippers just as much as women do. Of course, today, men are expected to retrieve their own slippers.

There is a huge variety of styles for men's slippers and pricing displays just as big a range. Men's slippers can cost anywhere from a few dollars to several hundred depending on the designer and the materials from which they are made. Some men's slippers are made with leather, suede or sheepskin uppers. The soles can be made from rubber, wood, suede or leather. The inside lining may be cotton, fleece or any of the many other soft materials available.

Many of the big fashion designers offer men's slippers in addition to their other shoe collections. Designer slippers make nice luxury gifts for the holidays when the cold weather is beginning to set in. You can find discounts for the designer labels off-season and save the slippers for a later time.

Most men look for comfort over appearance when shopping for their slippers. After all, comfort is what wearing slippers is all about. Warmth is also typically important. However, some men prefer thin, breathable slippers to thick and cushiony ones.