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Out and about in snowy conditions? We’ve got a beautiful, warm felted wool boot for you. Meet Kyrgies’ Nomads, our latest answer to everything Jack Frost can throw at you. Whether it’s shoveling the drive or snuggling in apres ski for an IPA, our new Nomads punish snow and cold with the naturally-insulating properties of felted wool.
We modeled our Nomads on the classic Russian Valenki, traditional winter footwear worn on the snow-swept steppes by nomadic Russian people for generations. Like Valenki, our Nomads are go-to shoes for a severe frost, and paired with a pair of your favorite socks they provide unfailing warmth and durability in dry, snowy conditions.
We’re proud to say they are! As a company, we’re concerned about what goes into the manufacturing processes of our house shoes and, as a result, onto our bodies. Our leather soled products use vegetable tanned leather soles rather than the highly toxic chromium normally employed in the tanning process. Our rubber soled products use natural latex that has been vulcanized to increase durability.
Our commitment to low-impact and socially-responsible fashion doesn’t end there, though. All of our wool is sourced from small, family-owned flocks, while our factory in Kyrgyzstan pays fair wages to all its staff. We also work closely with a range of nonprofits and environmental movements to ensure our net impact is positive. Find out more about our commitment to sustainability here.
The sizing on our product pages is a translation of the European sizing that is stamped on the bottom of our slippers.
As with all handmade products, sizing can vary from slipper to slipper, despite the careful work of our artisans in Kyrgyzstan. To avoid disappointment, if you're between sizes, we recommend choosing the larger shoe.
For more sizing details, please refer to this sizing guide.
If you do find that your slipper doesn't fit perfectly, our returns policy means you can quickly and easily swap for the size you need.
Our leather or felt-soled products are designed primarily for indoor comfort. While they can be worn outside, they are not intended for outdoor conditions.
For those who prefer outdoor use, our rubber-soled slippers are a suitable option. They're capable of outdoor wear but are not as robust as heavy-duty outdoor footwear. We recommend avoiding heavy rain or puddles with these as well.
Our slippers are crafted from wool felt, a material that is sensitive to water. Wool felt can lose its shape when wet, so machine washing is strongly discouraged. To keep your Kyrgies in top condition, we advise spot cleaning with a damp cloth and lukewarm water, followed by air drying. Dry cleaning is also a viable care option.
Not sure or just have some general questions? Our excellent customer support team is here to help with any questions that you might have! Please email us at hello@kyrgies.com and we'll be in touch!