Slides and mules are slip-ons with a rear. Some shoe lovers think of them as sandals, but the details matter. However, the biggest difference between the two is that sliders are open toed and mules have a closed toe, while both have open heels. Sliders go with more casual outfits, while mules can be worn to the office or taken on vacation.
What are slides??
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Slides are also known as flip flops and are designed for maximum comfort. The most popular types include only one strap that can easily slip off your leg if you want, hence the name. They are extremely light and characterized by a loose and comfortable heel. They are unisex and are mostly worn in casual environments, including at home, on vacation, or grocery shopping.
What are mules??
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Mules are a type of shoe with an open or open back and are designed to slip on easily. Mules are made from rubber, suede or recycled materials and are worn in the office by both men and women. They also have a high heel and a flat toe and look subtle with a professional touch. Mules were mostly worn by 18th century women with heels. However, the late Hollywood style icon Marilyn Monroe broke the reputation of indoor shoes and women are wearing them in style outdoors.
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Bottom line
Note that slides are different from slippers. Slides will always have one main strap at the front, while flip flops will always have two thin straps at the front and sides. Mules, on the other hand, have a closed front with an open end, making both slides and mules comfortable choices. Comfort is the main reason why people prefer these types of shoes both indoors and outdoors. Commonly found in dressing rooms and boudoirs in Europe in the 17th century, mules soon became a fashion icon, while slides gained popularity in the late 2000s and are better known as a leisure choice.
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Comfort is actually the main reason people want to wear mules and slides in the first place – mules were commonly found in dressing rooms and boudoirs in 17th century Europe.
