Customer Reviews Giesswein Vent

Really well made. Excellent arch support (I have high arches). Almost impossible to get in (I have high instep). Runs short.

Would be a great shoe if size was correct. Ordered size 14 and it felt very uncomfortable at the toes. I have a foot size of 12, this shoe feels 3 full sizes smaller. Very unfortunate!

This is my third pair of these shoes and while I love the comfort they are no durable. The first two pairs were returned after less than a year because the wool separates from the backing on the top of the shoe and it becomes a hole, not from the inside out but on the top. They are simply stretching the material too tight on the outside and it separates from the backing. I ordered a size larger this time thinking that was the problem but it happened again and they are much too large and hard to keep on my feet. I need the arch support because of tile floors so not sure what I am going to wear. I do wear them everyday, but strictly inside.

I'm thrilled with my Giesswein made-in-Austria Hausschuhe (house slippers). They are on different plane from vendors like L.L. Bean or Cabela's. Giesswein's higher price is more than justified by the comfort, ergonomics, materials, durability and appearance of this superior Hausschuh.

This slipper is very comfortable with great arch support and will actually stay on even if your feet are narrow width.

I always have to wear shoes in the house with my orthotics. Thought I would try these slippers for the winter. The best thing I have ever bought. My feet are pain free. My feet are warm, but not sweaty. They do breath. Expensive but oh so worth it when you have bad feet.

Ordering these shoes a size up from my normal size made me nervous but the reviews are right! I recommend sizing up one. I love the look and awesome support of these slippers... however, I will be exchanging because mine came with a slight defect. One of them looked as if it wasn't totally glued down to the sole of the shoe? Hoping it was just a fluke and the next pair I get will not have that flaw.

I have a tough time finding slippers I like. I like these because they don't slip off. I'm able to get in and out of them pretty fast too. I like quality and good looks. They have that. They are also comfortable.

I am a size 8 men's and as others have noted these slippers runs small. I ignored the advice and ordered a size 41 European and when they arrived they were about 1 size too small. I returned the 41 and ordered a 42. Although they feel roughly half a size large I can live with that. They are slippers after all, and comfortable ones at that.

The size 44 (U.S. size 11) I ordered was approximately the length of a U.S. 10. My toes were uncomfortable and I had to return them. Unfortunately, they have no size 46s in stock in any style. Quality of construction and materials is absolutely excellent. While these are listed as medium width, and I normally wear 4E or 6E widths due to bunions, these were entirely comfortable as far as width. The arch support is very strong, and might be too extreme for some people. I love it. I'm sorry to have to return them due to the length.

Not sized right, Order your Europe size plus one or two, too much arch support, not comfortable. I sent them back. Love Zappos service.

Love these. I wear a 39 in Birkenstock sandals, 40 in closed toe styles. I wear an 8 /12 W in most shoes, or perhaps a 9W. I took a 40 in these. I have high arches, and a bunion on my right foot. With all this time inside now, my feet needed more support. If you know your European shoe size, stick with it. I have no trouble slipping them on, but I am not wearing socks or maybe thin ones. The outer soles are molded, but not heavy. Ideal for those like me who prefer bare feet, but need support. I imagine they will wear better than my German wool slippers that wore through quite quickly and quieter than the Spence slip ons that were great support but flopped when I walked. Very pleased!

I'm going to disagree with the majority of the reviews on sizing. These were true to size for me. I ordered a size up as suggested by many here and that did not work for me. When I reordered the same size that I typically wear in Danskos and Naot, these fit perfectly. I love these shoes. I also have some Haflingers that I have enjoyed the past few years. The Giessweins definitely stay on my feet better and have better arch support.

I was looking for a new pair of slippers that had a removeable support so I could put in my orthotic. I found that the support in the slipper was great so I didn't even have to put in my own. I usually wear a 6 1/2 or 7 and the 37 fits perfectly--I can wiggle my toes and yet the slippers fit snuggly enough so that I'm not walking out of them. It's summer so I don't wear them with socks but I just tried them on with my wool socks and they will still fit comfortably. I'm so happy with my Giesswein slippers!

Obsessed. I own so many of the "comfort" brands as I struggle with flat feet and the associated aches and pains. Have been looking for a slipper that combines the wicking of a leather footbed and the warmth of a wool upper. Have long worn the Haflinger Grizzley as my house slipper but this beats that both in arch support and comfort. The suede lined sole and wool combine for excellent moisture wicking. The color is perfectly neutral. They do take about a week to get used to and to "break in". Initially, I did feel as though my heel was pulling out too easily but I no longer notice that. I will be looking into other Giesswein styles to add to my collection! Ordered 46, same as my Haflingers and Danksos and they fit just right.

I love these slippers. Can wear them snug, or loose. Can wear them outside. You can take the insoles out, which is nice for my partner who wears orthodics. Now she'll be able to wear slippers around the house instead of her shoes. I got these beginning of summer and they are not too warm. Can't wait to use them in winter! Worth the price.

If you are looking for warmth and arch support, these are the slippers for you! For the winter, I removed the arch support and put a fleece footbed in instead. Love the color!

These slippers are absolutely "heaven" I have a "neuroma" on my right foot that needs lots of pampering, just be mindful that they run wide and lengthwise they might run small, LOVE them!!!

These are great slippers. I tried the UGGS and they wore out way too fast. These slippers feel great, look great and continue to look good after weeks of wear. These slippers also come with an orthotic with excellent arch support, but is easily removed if you so desire.

Just what I've been looking for. I can wear them all day. Warm enough for a slipper, durable enough to walk the dog. They look great- not your grandfather's slippers!

Ordered a size up after reading reviews. Have been searching for the perfect slippers for years and finally have found them. Great arch support and can tighten them up for my narrow foot. Excellent quality

I loved this show so much I bought 2 colors . It’s extremely comfortable on my feet when my stress fractures are acting up. Well made, and I love the toggle. This brand is high end and it shows in the workmanship

I've been looking for slippers with arch support for my flat footed husband forever and he loves these slippers and we've tried a lot of different slippers and none have come close to these.

These are great slippers. They do run small - order one size larger than what you normally wear. The arch support is excellent and my feet don't sweat in them like other slippers.