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Daily Record
16-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Shoppers rush to save £140 on 'perfect' Emma mattress in fast-selling deal
This pressure relief mattress can help regulate your body temperature on warm nights. Getting a quality night's sleep is important for your overall health and wellbeing. Having a fitful rest or less than the optimum eight hours can leave you feeling sluggish the next day and not at your best for tackling your daily tasks. One item that has a huge impact on your sleep is your mattress. While a comfy mattress can feel like sleeping on a cloud, one that doesn't fit your needs or is full of lumps and bumps can leave you staring at the ceiling for hours on end. For those in need of a new mattress but are on a budget, we have found a Wowcher deal that may be appealing. Shoppers can now grab a refurbished or new Emma Original Memory Foam Mattress for a reduced price. The price of a refurbished single has dropped from £289 to £149. Prices then go up to £269 for a super king. A new single is priced at £209, which is £90 cheaper than the price on the Mattress Next Day website (RRP £299), and this goes up to £449 for a new super king (RRP £559.). Made up of three foam layers - Advanced High Resiliency Extra Supreme Foam, Halo Memory Foam, and Airgocell - this Emma mattress can adapt to your body shape to provide ultimate pressure relief, along with body hugging comfort and targeted spinal alignment, reports the Mirror. Emma Original Memory Foam Mattress £289 £149 Wowcher Buy Now Product Description With a whopping 25cm depth to sink into, this mattress is perfect for all sleeper types. No matter if you sleep on your side, back or stomach, you will easily be able to find a suitable position to rest in. Offering a medium-soft feel, this mattress provides a gentle yet supportive surface. Alternatively, for shoppers who don't mind a freebie or two, Simba Sleep is selling their award winning Hybrid Mattress with up to £387 worth of free goodies. With prices starting at £649, shoppers will get two hybrid pillows and a performance mattress protector for free. Over on Amazon, shoppers can get the dosleeps 10.2 Inch Double Mattress 9-Zone Pocket Sprung Mattress for the reduced price of £118.99 (RRP £149.99). With a top layer of memory foam, this mattress will help align your spine to provide increased comfort. For those wanting reviews of the Emma Original Memory Foam Mattress, it currently has a 4.8 star rating on the Mattress Next Day website. One happy shopper said: "A great mattress at a great price. We have 2 now and would not hesitate to buy quality and very well made." With another five-star reviewer adding: "My daughter loves her new bed. She struggled to sleep for a long time but since having her new mattress, that's much improved." However, one shopper cautioned: "Product itself was fine. Has a weird factory smell to start with but it is comfortable." With another person adding: "Love the mattress only thing is its a bit too hard for my taste otherwise perfect." Back to the five-star reviews, one person noted: "A pleasant surprise. After a month I can confirm upgrading to this mattress was probably one of the best decisions I made." While a sixth shopper wrote: "Perfection doesn't even sum up this mattress. Warning, you will struggle to get out of bed in the morning. Pleased it didn't have that new mattress smell, easy to move and inflated quickly." To buy the Emma Original Memory Foam Mattress from Wowcher, click HERE. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Scotsman
02-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scotsman
Simba Hybrid Mattress review after 5 months: support, heat and comfort
Simba Hybrid Mattress: our long-term test verdict after five months of real-world use | Simba This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Five months on from my Simba mattress switch, here's how it's holding up — from sticky summer nights to long reading sessions in bed. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Back in March, I wrote about finally parting ways with my long-suffering old mattress after nearly a decade of shared nights, creaks and increasingly dodgy sleep. I swapped it out for the Simba Hybrid mattress, along with the brand's pillow and duvet, and promised to report back once I'd put it properly through its paces. Well, I've now been sleeping on the Simba for five months – and with a few warm summer nights behind us, I feel like it's time for an honest update. Let's start with the heat. A few nights ago, our indoor bedroom thermometer was reading 27°C at bedtime. The sort of night that, in the past, would have had me dreading bed — knowing I'd wake up drenched, overheating, and increasingly irritable as the hours ticked by. But surprisingly, we had nothing to worry about. It wasn't miraculous – it was still warm – but there was no awful, sweaty cling, no trapped heat, and no need to get up and strip off layers or switch to the floor. Simba's Hybrid mattress: a night-time game-changer | Simba Sleep That, to me, says a lot. Because the real sign of a good mattress in summer isn't that it makes you feel cold — it's that it doesn't turn into a swamp. The Simba Hybrid, paired with the Simba Hybrid Pillow and Duvet, seems to find that sweet spot: we stay covered, but not suffocated. The cool comfort has been matched by long-term support, too. I'm still free of the morning back and shoulder pain I used to assume was just part of getting older. That cautious, two-stage lever-out-of-bed movement I perfected over the years? Gone. I get up normally now, which feels like a ridiculous thing to celebrate — until you remember what it was like when every movement felt like a risk. Products tested Simba Hybrid Mattress: I tested the Simba Hybrid Mattress , available direct from Simba for £899 (king size). It combines five layers of comfort, including Aerocoil® micro springs and cooling technology, for exceptional support and temperature regulation. Simba Hybrid Pillow: I was so impressed with the mattress that I decided to upgrade my pillow game as well. The Simba Hybrid Pillow (£109) features adjustable Nanocube® filling, temperature regulation, and a breathable design, making it customisable for different sleep positions. Simba Hybrid Duvet: To complete the full Simba sleep experience, I also invested in the Simba Hybrid Duvet (£139). It's designed with Stratos® temperature control, helping to maintain an ideal sleeping climate throughout the night. Together, these have elevated our slumbers to boss level—turning our bed into the kind of luxurious retreat you normally only find in high-end hotels. Five months in, the Simba still feels supportive and evenly balanced. We rotate it monthly, and so far it's held its shape brilliantly. I read a lot in bed and often sit upright for long periods — but as far as I can tell, my backside hasn't left a permanent dent in the mattress. The edge support still holds up well, too, which is a minor but underrated feature for anyone who finds themselves perching to put on socks or sitting with a coffee first thing. My only small gripe? I didn't realise quite how deep the mattress is. We've had to replace a few fitted sheets because the older ones just couldn't stay put — they'd ping off at the corners in the night like over-wound mousetraps. A minor inconvenience, but worth noting for anyone making the switch. Would I still recommend it? Absolutely. It's proven itself as a long-term investment in proper rest. I've said before that a good mattress is one of those things you don't really appreciate until you've lived with a bad one for too long — and the Simba has backed that up, night after night.
Scotsman
02-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scotsman
Simba Hybrid Mattress review after 5 months: support, heat and comfort
Simba Hybrid Mattress: our long-term test verdict after five months of real-world use | Simba This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Five months on from my Simba mattress switch, here's how it's holding up — from sticky summer nights to long reading sessions in bed. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Back in March, I wrote about finally parting ways with my long-suffering old mattress after nearly a decade of shared nights, creaks and increasingly dodgy sleep. I swapped it out for the Simba Hybrid mattress, along with the brand's pillow and duvet, and promised to report back once I'd put it properly through its paces. Well, I've now been sleeping on the Simba for five months – and with a few warm summer nights behind us, I feel like it's time for an honest update. Let's start with the heat. A few nights ago, our indoor bedroom thermometer was reading 27°C at bedtime. The sort of night that, in the past, would have had me dreading bed — knowing I'd wake up drenched, overheating, and increasingly irritable as the hours ticked by. But surprisingly, we had nothing to worry about. It wasn't miraculous – it was still warm – but there was no awful, sweaty cling, no trapped heat, and no need to get up and strip off layers or switch to the floor. Simba's Hybrid mattress: a night-time game-changer | Simba Sleep That, to me, says a lot. Because the real sign of a good mattress in summer isn't that it makes you feel cold — it's that it doesn't turn into a swamp. The Simba Hybrid, paired with the Simba Hybrid Pillow and Duvet, seems to find that sweet spot: we stay covered, but not suffocated. The cool comfort has been matched by long-term support, too. I'm still free of the morning back and shoulder pain I used to assume was just part of getting older. That cautious, two-stage lever-out-of-bed movement I perfected over the years? Gone. I get up normally now, which feels like a ridiculous thing to celebrate — until you remember what it was like when every movement felt like a risk. Products tested Simba Hybrid Mattress: I tested the Simba Hybrid Mattress , available direct from Simba for £899 (king size). It combines five layers of comfort, including Aerocoil® micro springs and cooling technology, for exceptional support and temperature regulation. Simba Hybrid Pillow: I was so impressed with the mattress that I decided to upgrade my pillow game as well. The Simba Hybrid Pillow (£109) features adjustable Nanocube® filling, temperature regulation, and a breathable design, making it customisable for different sleep positions. Simba Hybrid Duvet: To complete the full Simba sleep experience, I also invested in the Simba Hybrid Duvet (£139). It's designed with Stratos® temperature control, helping to maintain an ideal sleeping climate throughout the night. Together, these have elevated our slumbers to boss level—turning our bed into the kind of luxurious retreat you normally only find in high-end hotels. Five months in, the Simba still feels supportive and evenly balanced. We rotate it monthly, and so far it's held its shape brilliantly. I read a lot in bed and often sit upright for long periods — but as far as I can tell, my backside hasn't left a permanent dent in the mattress. The edge support still holds up well, too, which is a minor but underrated feature for anyone who finds themselves perching to put on socks or sitting with a coffee first thing. My only small gripe? I didn't realise quite how deep the mattress is. We've had to replace a few fitted sheets because the older ones just couldn't stay put — they'd ping off at the corners in the night like over-wound mousetraps. A minor inconvenience, but worth noting for anyone making the switch.
The Guardian
11-06-2025
- Health
- The Guardian
The best pregnancy pillows for support and comfort, tested
It's a cruel twist that, just when you're trying to bank some rest before the arrival of a baby, your body and brain conspire to make falling – and staying – asleep more difficult. Hormonal changes, pelvic or back pain, stress and extra bathroom trips are among the delights that can make sleep elusive for pregnant women. As your baby bump grows, general discomfort is a given. The Guardian's journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. Pregnancy pillows aim to help relieve some of this discomfort by supporting key parts of the body, such as your growing baby bump, back and hips. Many are designed to encourage an optimal pregnancy sleeping position: the NHS recommends sleeping on your side after 28 weeks. That's due to research suggesting a link between falling asleep on your back and an increased risk of stillbirth – although note that the overall risk is still very low, and there's no need to worry if you wake up on your back. Just roll over and go back to sleep. Best pregnancy pillow overall:Bbhugme pregnancy pillow£159 at Bbhugme Best budget pregnancy pillow:Dreamgenii pregnancy, support and feeding pillow£48.99 at Ebebek Best pregnancy pillow for leg support:Snüz SnuzCurve pregnancy support pillow£84.95 at Snüz Best for temperature control:Simba extra support body pillow£109 at Simba Sleep My usual expertise is in technology, and I've tested all kinds of tech gadgets and AI tools in my decade or so as a tech journalist. But what really made me the perfect tester for prenatal pillows is that I was entering the third trimester of my own pregnancy as testing began – a stage I would describe as 'how is everything suddenly so uncomfortable?' Throw in a dash of persistent pregnancy insomnia, and I developed a deep personal interest in unearthing the best maternity pillows for a decent night's sleep. There are many pregnancy pillows on the market, most of which fall into a few main categories: C-shaped, U-shaped, wedge or I-shaped (which I more often found myself calling 'sausage'). I selected pillows that were popular with buyers, sparked discussion on pregnancy forums, offered unique features or simply dominated internet ads. I tested 11 in total. To test, I shamelessly cheated on my existing pillows by sleeping with each contender for at least two nights. I kept notes on firmness, support, comfort and how much bed space each pillow took up. I also noted their aesthetics, ranging from chic to orthopaedic, and their versatility. Some convert into nursing pillows after birth, which extends their usefulness and adds value. The best judge of a pregnancy pillow, of course, is a good night's sleep. I tracked mine using a smartwatch, focusing on total sleep time and time spent in deep sleep (though I took other factors into account too). £159 at Bbhugme£159 at John Lewis The Bbhugme is a flexible, microbead-filled cylinder that can be moved into an I or J shape the full length of the body, or a smaller C (useful for sitting) or U (for between the legs). It comes with a cotton jersey cover, secured at the end with plastic 'pebbles,' giving the overall impression of an oversized sausage – emphasised by the dusty pink colour of my test pillow. 'You look like you're riding a hotdog,' my husband said as I straddled it sloth-on-a-branch style. Why we love itThe revelation of the Bbhugme is the microbead filling, which gives flexibility in both its shape and firmness. It was easy to mould the pillow around me so that it supported my bump, went between my legs and kept me nestled in a comfortable side sleeping position. Despite its size, it's lightweight and pliable, making it easy to move when I shifted sides in the night. It even offered some comfort during a 1am bout of Braxton Hicks ('false labour') contractions. Its adjustability makes it a great all-rounder. I can see it being useful at all stages of pregnancy, as support needs shift, and after birth as a nursing bolster. The covers come in a range of muted tones, so the pillow can blend in with most bedroom decor. It's a shame that … at £159, the Bbhugme's comfort also comes at a hefty price – this is not a budget option. Suitable for: pregnancy and nursingShape: I-shapedSize: 140-145 x 20cmFilling material: microbeadsCover material: 95% cotton, 5% spandex jersey £48.99 at Ebebek£57.99 at Mamas & Papas The Dreamgenii pillow is a sort-of C-shape (G-shape, perhaps?) that curves under your bump and through your legs, as with most pillows, but also provides an attached back support, similar to a wedge. This means it offers support on both sides of your body without taking up the space of a full U-shaped pillow. Why we love itThe Dreamgenii's cotton jersey cover felt particularly soft against the skin and, although large, the pillow didn't feel too unwieldy in the bed. Its very particular shape is specifically designed for side sleeping, and it offered ample support for this, with the back wedge helping to prevent unintended rolling and keeping me in position. Despite its odd shape, the pillow does promise some versatility: after birth, Dreamgenii suggests using it for nursing too, by wrapping the leg support behind your back and using the back support to help cradle your baby. It's also reasonably priced. It's a shame that … you can't adjust the gap between the front and back pillows, which would be a nice way to support changing bump size. Because the pillow is specifically shaped for sleeping on one side, it's also cumbersome to shift position in the night. Suitable for: pregnancy Shape: C-shaped (ish)Size: 102 x 77cmFilling material: polyester hollow fibreCover material: 100% jersey cotton £84.95 at Snüz£84.95 at Amazon The innovation of this maternity pillow is its dual fillings: the upper part is a sausage-style pillow filled with polystyrene beads (à la the Bbhugme), while the lower section has a firmer foam filling. For what Snüz claims is the perfect pregnancy sleeping position, snuggle the upper part in your arms and under your bump, then place the foam part between your legs. Why we love itThe pillow's shape felt very supportive, and the mix of bead and foam fillings provided the best of both worlds. The beaded portion was comfy to cuddle and moulded nicely around my bump. Meanwhile, the lower portion did a particularly good job of keeping my legs separated and supporting me in a side-sleeping position. A bumper for the knees (Snüz calls a 'KneeBlade') helped hold it in place through the night. Keeping your legs separated can help relieve pressure from the pelvis, hips and back – so if you're experiencing pelvic girdle pain or similar discomfort, this could be a strong choice. It's a shame that … the SnuzCurve is designed to keep you in one position, so it may not be the best if you're a wriggler. It's only available with either a grey or white cover – the latter seems destined to show every mark. Suitable for: pregnancyShape: C-shaped Size: 135 x 30 x 25cmFilling material: polystyrene beads; polyurethane foamCover material: 92% cotton, 8% elastane £109 at Simba Sleep The unique selling point of this C-shaped pillow from mattress brand Simba is its cooling effect. The cotton cover contains the brand's Stratos 'cool-touch' technology, which aims to draw heat away from the body. The shape is a gentle curve designed to support bump, hips and knees when sleeping on your side. Why we love itThe Simba pillow absolutely delivered on its temperature-regulating promise – it stayed cool to the touch, even after a full night's sleep during a surprise spring heatwave. Given that pregnant women can be prone to hot flushes, night sweats and overall higher body temperatures, anything that can help combat overheating is a boon for night-time comfort. While fairly bulky and lacking any adjustable features, the pillow was comfortable, and the fairly firm, down-like filling offered good support, especially for the hips. It's a shame that … the cover fabric, while cooling, isn't the softest to snuggle up against, and the pillow lacks flexibility in shape and firmness. Suitable for: pregnancy and nursingShape: C-shaped Size: 120 x 35cmFilling material: combed recycled PET bottle fibresCover material: cotton with Stratos Sign up to The Filter Get the best shopping advice from the Filter team straight to your inbox. The Guardian's journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. after newsletter promotion £99 at John Lewis Best for: nursing Possibly the most stylish pillow in our test, the BellaMoon comes in various organic cotton cover designs featuring trendy muted prints. It's a C-shaped pillow: you position the long section along either your front or back, then place one curved end under your head and the other between your legs. Its secret power is two hidden zips that allow the curved ends to detach and then zip together, forming a smaller, half-doughnut shape to support breastfeeding or use as support for your baby. It didn't make the final cut because … while the BellaMoon pillow is described as medium firmness, I found it too firm, particularly under my head. This also made it unwieldy to reposition during the night and created a bulky barrier in the bed. Suitable for: pregnancy and nursing; shape: C-shaped; size: 140 x 50 x 20cm; filling material: 100% polyester; cover material: 100% organic cotton £39.99 at Babybub Best for: small spaces The Babybub is a wedge-shaped pillow that's really more like two wedges: one to support your back and one to support your bump. It also comes with a small cylindrical pillow that can be added to the front or back as needed. Its winged design makes the Babybub much smaller than a traditional pregnancy pillow – you might even call it compact. It took a bit of fiddling with the adjustable Velcro strap to get the wedges the perfect distance apart, but this means you can reposition them as your bump grows. It didn't make the final cut because … the bamboo and polyester blend cover is slightly scratchy to the touch, and the off-white colour gets grubby easily and looks a little 'orthopaedic aid'. I was also quite nonplussed by the additional mini-pillow, which I found inevitably ended up somewhere tangled in the duvet. Suitable for: pregnancy; shape: wedge; size: 36 x 46 x 10cm; filling material: polyester and microfibre balls; cover material: bamboo and polyester blend £135 at Scandiborn Best for: colour options Currently dominating my Instagram feed, the Cushy Puff is another microbead-filled sausage in the style of the Bbhugme. As such, it effectively adapts to support your body where you need it. The cotton-jersey pillowcase comes in bold colours and statement stripes and simply ties off at either end – letting you adjust it for firmness by tightening or loosening the knots. It didn't make the final cut because … the tying mechanism was a bit of a faff. My pillow also gave off a slight chemical odour when first unboxed – off-putting to someone with a heightened sense of smell during pregnancy. Suitable for: pregnancy and nursing; shape: I-shaped; size: 120-150 x 25cm; filling material: EPS (expanded polystyrene) microbeads; cover material: 95% cotton, 5% spandex jersey £33.40 at Amazon Best for: travel A novel wearable concept, the Babymoov Dream Belt fastens around your waist with an adjustable Velcro strap so it moves with you. The stretchy jersey front panel goes over your bump, while memory foam pads sit on the hips to provide bump support when sleeping on your side. I found the belt comfortable to wear, and it stayed in place well, offering support through plenty of tossing and turning. The most compact pillow tested, this would be a good option for travel – and it comes at a reasonable price. It didn't make the final cut because … the Dream Belt offers support only around your bump, so its usefulness is limited. You could pair with another pillow (or regular cushions) to add leg and back supports. Suitable for: pregnancy; shape: belt;size: available in two body sizes, XS/S and M/XL; filling material: polyurethane memory foam; cover material: 95% cotton, 5% elastane As you can tell from the variety above, pregnancy pillows come in different shapes. Which you choose is down to personal preference and the kind of support you're looking for. Common shapes include C, U, V and wedge pillows. C-shaped pillows support your front (or back), head and legs; U-shaped pillows envelop the body and so offer support on all sides; V-shaped pillows can be used in various ways, including one leg of the V supporting your bump and the other going through your legs (like a C-shaped pillow without the head support). When choosing a shape, also consider how much bed space it requires: U-shaped pillows are typically the largest. Wedge-shaped pillows are usually smaller, wedging under bump or back, but this also limits how much of your body they support. Some pillows, such as the I-shaped pillows with microbead fillings, offer much more flexibility for you to bend them into different shapes. This will depend on the shape of the pillow you choose, your support needs and your sleeping position. The NHS recommends sleeping on your side after 28 weeks of pregnancy, and many pillows are designed with this in mind. Longer pillows that go along the front of your body (I, C or U shapes) are usually intended to be cuddled: place one arm and one leg under the pillow, and one on top. At the end of the day, the point of the pillow is comfort, so anything that brings relief and helps you sleep is a plus. Of course, if you're having any issues with pain or pregnancy symptoms, or are unsure if a pillow is a good idea for you, you should seek medical advice. When choosing a pregnancy pillow, you'll want to consider the type of filling (eg microbeads, hollow fibre, memory foam) and the fabric of the cover. Most pillows have removable, washable covers. You may want to choose a pillow that can double as a nursing aid to get extra value out of the product after your baby arrives; some pillows offer specific mechanisms to reshape them for this purpose. Victoria Turk is a technology journalist whose work has brought her into contact with the latest gadgets and gizmos for the past decade. She is expecting her first baby this summer
Daily Mirror
24-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mirror
'Simba's reflexology-inspired slippers feel like a foot massage'
Shopping writer Lauren Codling tried Simba Sleep's Rok Slippers - and they're her new WFH essential Home comforts are all about creating little moments of ease, and few things bring instant relaxation quite like a cosy pair of slippers. This is especially true on work-from-home days, when you want to feel snug but still supported. I'll admit, I'm usually a bed socks loyalist, but recently I've been looking for a pair of proper slippers - something that feels a bit more structured, but still ticks the comfort box. So when Simba - yes, the brand behind the award-winning Hybrid Mattress - announced it was launching slippers late last year, my interest was piqued. The Rok Slippers (£89) are its first-ever pair, and comfort is naturally front and centre. But Simba's gone one step further: the slippers feature nine gel-filled pressure points designed to gently massage the feet, mimicking a reflexology experience. I was genuinely excited when a pair landed on my desk to try. Reflexology? Slippers? Cosy meets clever? Count me in. My honest review of Simba Rok Slippers I've been consistently wearing these slippers for weeks, and so far, so good. Straight out of the box, I was surprised by how stylish they were - I'd genuinely consider wearing these moccasin-style shoes out and about while running errands. When I first put them on, the gel pressure points were noticeable - not hugely, but I could tell they're made with support in mind. I can especially tell the difference whenever I come back from my post-lunchtime walk - I often come back with slightly achy feet, but slipping into the Rok Slippers afterward feels like a reward. They immediately ease the tension in my feet and it doesn't hurt to walk around the flat in them. The gel pressure points come into their own here, gently supporting and soothing the area that feels most tired, like the arch and instep. Another thing I've appreciated is that they don't slip off my feet - even when I'm going up and down stairs or moving quickly around my flat. They have a non-slip rubber outsole, which has come in handy on our tiled kitchen floor (no skidding while rushing for coffee) and when I've had to dash downstairs for a delivery. My only real gripe is that they aren't overly warm. As it's currently sunny outside, this isn't a problem right now, but I suspect I'll be wearing socks with them once the temperature takes a dip again. If you prefer warmth over support and comfort, The White Company's faux fur booties are a much better alternative - and they're reduced to £15.60 from £26 - as are these faux fur-lined slippers from Next for £21. After two weeks of wear - working at my desk, popping to put the bins out, even standing at the stove while cooking - the Simba slippers have held up impressively well. The structure hasn't flattened or lost shape, and they feel durable and of good quality. Although I can't say they keep my feet as warm as my beloved bed socks, they genuinely ease that tired, achy foot feeling that's typical by the end of the day. It's pure instinct to put them on as soon as I hop out of bed or walk through the front door. Of course, they're pricier than your average slippers but for what you get (clever tech, comfort that lasts, and a brand with serious sleep credentials), they feel like a wise investment. And as I've not reached for my bed socks since they arrived, I'd say that says a lot.
