Bamboo footies for women and when they are the right choice

Short answer: Footies are right in ballet flats, loafers and low trainers where a sock edge would show. They are wrong in anything where the foot moves a lot inside the shoe.

Where they work

In a shoe that fits closely around the foot, the footie stays in place because the shoe holds it. Ballet flats and loafers are the best examples. See bamboo footies for women.

Where they do not work

In a loose shoe the foot slides back and forth, and the footie follows it down. That also applies when you walk far, however well the shoe fits.

Why bamboo in a closed shoe

A closed shoe without air is exactly where the material does the most. Bamboo viscose moves moisture away from the foot and keeps odour down, precisely because there is no ventilation. See all bamboo socks for women.

The alternative in practice

If you have to walk all day, an ankle sock is more comfortable and disappears almost as well. See bamboo trainer socks for women.

Frequently asked questions

Which shoes suit footies?

Ballet flats, loafers and low trainers that fit closely around the foot.

Why do feet smell less in bamboo?

Because the fabric moves moisture away from the skin. Dry feet give bacteria less to work with.

Can you walk far in footies?

Not comfortably. They slip down when the foot moves a lot inside the shoe.