I am Room Shoes. I’m made with a special kind of fiber, a mix of paper and plants. Although some may say I’m too softhearted, I think I turned out pretty well!

Curator's Notes 

Last year we moved into a turn of the century brownstone and although the original wood floors have character, they also give splinters. I’ve been in the market for comfortable shoe-like slippers for the home ever since and no matter how many wonderful pairs I find, the Sasawashi Room Shoes remain my go-tos. They are the perfect mix of comfy fit and durable construction. The top cap is flexible and soft while the sole is a lot sturdier and can hold up to everyday wear. I also like how innovative the material is with the addition of Kumazasa fibers that keep the insoles feeling fresh. It’s like walking on a tatami mat!

Room Shoes were curated by Angélique Chmielewski

Designer/Maker 

Maker: Sasawashi

Specifications

Dimensions:

X-Large:

Women's USA Size: 10.5 - 12, Men's USA Size: 11 - 13

Large:

Women's USA Size: 9 - 10.5, Men's USA Size: 8.5 - 10

Medium: 

Women's USA Size: 7 - 8.5, Men's USA Size: 6.5 - 8

Small: 

Women's USA Size: 5 - 6.5, Men's USA Size: 5.5 and under

Weight: 

Approximately: 0.3 lbs or 0.1 kg

Materials: Washi (Japanese paper), Kumazasa Plant, Polyester (sole)

Details

• The Kumazasa plant has natural anti-allergen, anti-bacterial and odor-eliminating properties
• Lightweight
• Slip on
• Machine wash on gentle cycle with mild detergent