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Daily Mail
11-08-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Urgent recall issued for popular clothing item that threatens to cause severe burns and injuries
Thousands of pairs of socks have been urgently recalled due to the risk of severe burns. Fieldsheer Apparel Technologies has voluntarily recalled about 45,000 pairs of its heated merino wool socks after receiving multiple reports of injuries, including burns and blisters. An alert from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission warned the socks 'can cause pain and discomfort resulting in burns and blisters when worn during high-intensity activities that generate a combination of heat, excessive friction, moisture and pressure, posing an injury hazard.' There have been 11 reports of pain and discomfort to date, the agency said. Of those, four reports were for blisters and burns. The three models of recalled socks were MWMS05, MWMS07 and MWWS07. Each pair of socks was packaged with two lithium-ion battery packs and a charging cable. The socks were sold at major retailers including Home Depot, Meijer and online at Amazon from August 2021 through June 2025 and cost between $80 to $130. The socks were sold in black/gray, gray/pink, gray/orange, and black/orange color combinations and came in sizes small through extra-large. Pictured above are two of the sock models that have been recalled About 400,000 to 500,000 Americans suffer burn injuries every year, with burns from hot liquids and objects like stoves and irons being the most common causes. Burns can cause blisters to form on the skin. Blisters that open eliminate a protective layer of skin, allowing contaminants to enter the skin. This increases the risk of infections. Doctors have previously issued warnings about other heated products like blankets, as long-term use can increase the risk of permanent skin rashes. The heat is usually not enough to cause a burn, but it is enough to damage or cause changes to superficial blood vessels under the skin, as well as the collagen and elastin protein fibers of the skin, which leads to the distinct appearance and discoloration. Dr Ji Qi, a dermatologist in Baltimore, warned last year to use the lowest setting on heated products and only use them for a few minutes at a time. Customers who bought the recalled socks are urged to not discard the lithium-ion batteries in regular trash or recycling bins due to the risk of fire. The batteries should instead be taken to a municipal hazardous waste collection site. People who bought the socks should also immediately stop using them and contact Fieldsheer for a full refund or replacement product of equal value. Consumers can contact Fieldsheer at 888-908-6024 from 8am to 4pm PST, email cs@ or visit Fieldsheer's website for more information.
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Travel + Leisure
13-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Travel + Leisure
These Comfy, Travel-ready Clogs Sold Out 7 Times—and They Just Got an Airy Summer Upgrade
Rothy's has taken the world by storm in recent years. The brand has sprung into comfy shoe stardom with a wide variety of comfortable flats, stylish sandals, and more. One of its most popular styles is the Casual Clog, a laid-back mule with an effortless appearance and slip-on functionality. In fact, the stylish clogs are so popular that they've sold out seven times. While the original Casual Clogs are made of merino wool, Rothy's just launched an upgraded style for summer. The comfy shoes are now available in a breathable hemp blend, making them the perfect, airy summer travel shoe. $159 at Nordstrom $159 at Available in three neutral shades, these shoes are the perfect laid-back style to enhance your travel wardrobe. The V-shaped upper elongates the clog's silhouette, so rather than a heavy, chunky clog, these shoes have a sleeker appearance. However, thanks to the knit fabric and round toe, this shoe still has a cozy vibe that we love for travel days. The clogs have a contoured footbed designed to provide arch support, and one reviewer raved about how the shoes molded to their feet within a day, calling them 'the most comfortable shoes' they own. Shoppers with high arches, flat feet, heel spurs, plantar fasciitis, and more foot concerns all approve of these shoes, with one reviewer raving, 'You could literally stand in these all day.' $159 at Nordstrom $159 at Looking cute is one thing, but withstanding the trials and tribulations of travel is another beast entirely. Luckily, these shoes provide more than just style. They're also durable, with a thick rubber outsole that's ribbed to provide traction. Plus, these clogs can even be thrown in the washer (although the brand admits the color may slightly fade). As Rothy's puts it, these shoes are made to 'last for the long haul.' The roomy design makes them the perfect choice for long flights—and it doesn't hurt that they'll be easy to slip off at security. One reviewer said these shoes were 'comfortable right out of the box as well as on a nine-hour flight,' and plenty of other reviewers attest that these shoes provide instant relief from foot pain. $159 at Nordstrom $159 at Pair these clogs with jeans, sweatpants, shorts, or dresses—they can complement a wide variety of travel outfits. Thanks to the breathable fabric, roomy fit, and cushy support, you'll be comfortable from the plane to your warm-weather destination. In the market for even more comfy, stylish travel shoes? Keep reading for more best-selling styles at Rothy's, starting at $99. $139 at Nordstrom $139 at $159 at Nordstrom $159 at $99 at Nordstrom $99 at Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
