What Your Slipper Color Says About You

Owning a pair of Nuknuuk sheepskin slippers is a statement on its own. It says something about you. It tells people that you are both practical and trendy. Let’s take it one step further, though. Let’s discover what the color of your slipper says about your personality.

Let’s dive into some slipper psychology.

Blue: You are as calm, cool and collected as they come. You have too much depth to you to bother sweating the small stuff. Drama just doesn’t appeal to you – never has. You’ve always been the friend with whom everyone gets along. Blue is not only the color of your slippers...it’s also the color of the ocean. It symbolizes peace and tranquility, which are two words often used to describe your aura.

Black: You are fearless. Equal parts daring and determined, you inspire those around you to reach for what they want. You’re too strong to spend more than a minute feeling sorry for yourself. You can come off as intimidating, but those close to you recognize your soft heart. Like your slippers, you have a classic timelessness to you that will never go out of style.

Harvest (tan): A reliable and trustworthy friend, you’re often the pillar that holds just about everything up.  You have a good head on your shoulders and you see no need for extravagance. You’ve always found beauty in simplicity...as shown in your classic harvest Nuknuuks! Perhaps that trait is what drove you to Nuknuuk in the first place. Anytime quality meets value, you’re there!

Brown: loyal and modest are two words commonly used to describe you. People are often quick to open up to you, perhaps because you emit a very relaxed energy. Content with simplicity, you are more than comfortable in your skin. You usually like things as they are and can do without the complications that come with change. You crave stability and comfort, so it makes sense that you were drawn to your Nuknuuks!

Aubergine: You are a remarkable judge of character. Your friends have always described you as the compassionate, observant one. Born a free spirit, there is a very artsy side to you. Often searching for deeper meanings, you are interested in spirituality and are tempted by the idea of dropping everything to travel. Your spunk and uniqueness make you irresistibly magnetic - all kinds of people are drawn to you.

As you can likely imagine...these are total generalizations!

While all of the above is based on the psychology of color, there is currently no scientific evidence proving your slippers to be any type of real window into your soul.

The only thing we know for sure is this: if you own Nuknuuks...you’ve got some good taste!

Nuknuuk owners: do you guys agree or disagree with how we described you? Let us know in the comments!

5 of the coldest possible places on Earth to live

According to the calendar, we’re weeks away from spring...but we’re nowhere near ready to kick off our sheepskin slippers. It’s cold. Roads are slushy. Sidewalks are icy. We’re still staying indoors for the foreseeable future and keeping our toes as toasty as possible.
Things could be worse though. You could live in Verkhoyansk, Russia.

 

Here are 5 of the coldest possible places on Earth to live:

Verkhoyansk, Russia

Arguably the most miserable place on the planet, this Russian gem averages temperatures of -45C in January. Its record low is -67.8C. Yes, -67.8C is a thing. For almost two weeks in late December, this place does not see a glimpse of sunlight. Can you take a second to actually picture that? -45C of darkness. Guys, the Russians need Nuknuuks. The Russians need Nuknuuks ASAP.

 

Fort Good Hope, Northwest Territories, Canada

Fort Good Hope is a tiny charter community in the Northwest Territories. When we say tiny, we mean population of about 500 tiny. It’s almost entirely Aboriginal population relies heavily on hunting and trapping as its main source of income. Fort Good Hope’s winter temperatures average around -30C. Slightly warmer than Russia though, eh? Slightly. Ohhhh, Canada.

International Falls, Minnesota U.S

Nicknamed the “icebox of the nation”, this Minnesota city averages a cool -17C in the winter. Perhaps after learning about Verkhoyansk, you may have just caught yourself whispering “oh suck it up, Minnesota” followed by a roll of the eyes. We’ll remind you that -17 is still nothing to mess with. To put things into perspective, your freezer is probably set somewhere around -18C. Nope. Get these guys some slippers.

Barrow, Alaska U.S

Similar in temperature to the previously mentioned “icebox of the nation,” Alaska’s coldest city has no wind barriers. Zero. Wind. Barriers. It’s surrounded by the Arctic Ocean, which makes it a special, unique kind of nightmare. The northernmost town of the U.S., sees no sunlight for 65 days of the year. Brrrrr-row, Alaska.

Eureka, Nunavut, Canada

This Canadian city sees no sunlight at all between mid-October and late February. It’s annual mean temperature is -19C. ANNUAL! Winter months average around -40C, making venturing outdoors without proper gear dangerous. The people of Nunavut, though, have somehow manage to adapt, survive and even thrive in these arctic conditions. We applaud you, Eurekans!

Let’s just all take a moment and be collectively thankful that we don’t live in Verkhoyansk, okay?

We’re almost there, people. Spring really is coming. The good news is that Nuknuuk sheepskin slippers are designed to keep your toes warm in the winter...and cool in the summer. Four seasons, one slipper. We got you.

 

 

 

 

Maintaining & Cleaning your Nuknuuk Slippers

More about the #BestSlipperEver

Thank you for purchasing a pair of Nuknuuk slippers. Your feet are undoubtedly overjoyed to be entering a world of comfort and coziness. Your pair of Nuknuuk slippers will certainly last you a very long time, but we are all human and things get dirty.  Fortunately, we have a list of tips and tricks to clean and maintain your men’s or women’s  slippers. This is a quick and easy process and will let you enjoy your slippers for a long time.

Slippers  101

Next, let’s review some facts about sheepskin and leather.  Sheepskin is renowned for its insulating properties.  It’s also hypoallergenic and is therefore unlikely to cause allergic reactions.  Sheepskin fibers absorb moisture, keeping your feet toasty and dry.  Hint: Try wearing your Nuknuuk slippers without socks.  The soft feeling of sheepskin against your bare feet is heavenly!

Slipper Maintenance

Nuknuuk slippers are great because you can wear them anywhere and at anytime. They are fashionable, comfortable and made with high-quality materials. Get more ideas on where to  wear your Nuknuuk slippers here.

Before applying any cleaning measure, it’s best to test a small area of your slipper first.  

Step 1: You’ll need some gentle, enzyme-free soap or a specialized sheepskin shampoo (wool shampoos will also work) that you’ll mix with water.  For proportions, please read the label of the shampoo bottle.  

Step 2: Rub  the stain with the soap,  carefully using a soft brush or dry cloth.  Carefully rub the area until the stain is gone.  

Step 3: Wipe the area clean with a damp cloth and let the slipper dry naturally. Never expose the slipper to direct sunlight or heat.  Drying may require up to two days. Do not attempt to put your Nuknuuks in the dryer!

That’s it for our cleaning tips. Good luck on maintaining your pair of Nuknuuk slippers. Your feet will thank you in the long-term. If you have any cleaning tips or suggestions, please leave a comment below.

5 Perfect Pairings for you and your Nuknuuks

At Nuknuuk, our mantra is “always go for quality, comfort and value” no matter where you’re going or what you’re wearing. What’s important is that your feet are comfortable, and that you feel great. Regardless of our chosen lifestyle, we should never have to sacrifice the comforts that bring us pleasure. Some people may scoff at pairing sheepskin slippers with a designer handbag. For us, that’s just Wednesday.  We have prepared a list of 5 perfect pairings for you and your Nuknuuks. Let us know what you think, and if you have an idea for another combination, please leave a comment below.

5) Walking down to your @luxuryretreats luxury villa in a pair of Blue Nuknuuk Joy slippers. The infinity blue of the ocean is closer than you think.

4) Those Brown Nuknuuk Ed slippers do look awfully good with your @frankandoak ensemble. Sometimes you need to be a champion for new style.

3) Going to Yoga in your latest @climawear outfit wearing your Aubergine Nuknuuk Joy slippers? You’re definitely putting the ‘lass’ in classy.

2) That @jimmychoo #clutch can be taken anywhere at anytime. The same could be said about the Harvest Nuknuuk Joy slipper you’re wearing right now.

1) Keep your tablet smudge free and clean as a whistle while wearing your Nuknuuk Sheila Sheepskin Gloves. #BestSlipperEver anyone?

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First, let’s talk about what exactly an in-sole is. The in-sole is the portion of the slipper upon which your foot rests. It is the lining that covers the outsole. It is the part of the slipper that is in contact with the base of your foot when you wear your slippers. So you may be asking yourself, “What’s the big deal about the in-sole? Aren’t they all the same?” The quick answer is no, but let’s look at why.

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We like to think of Fall as a beautiful season that offers great opportunities to do things that weren't possible during the summer. 

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