What Are Skechers Slip Ins — And Why Are They Everywhere?
If you've spotted someone gliding into their shoes without touching them, those were almost certainly Skechers Slip Ins for mens & womens. It's not a magic trick. It's a genuinely clever bit of footwear engineering that Skechers spent years developing — and once you've tried them, regular trainers start feeling like a bit of a faff. Skechers Work Slip Ins for mens & womens use a patented hands-free entry system built into the heel of each shoe. The collar is designed to hold its shape when empty, so you step in, your heel slides down, and the shoe wraps around your foot exactly as it should — no squashing, no bending down, no finger hooked into the back. Every pair still laces or closes the same way as before; it's only the getting-in part that's changed.
At Brantano, we stock the full range: women's, men's, and kids' styles across trainers, walking shoes, boots, and even work-safe options.
Womens Skechers Slip Ins
The women's range is where Skechers Slip Ins for womens really hit their stride. The Ultra Flex 3.0 Brilliant is the one that tends to sell out fastest — a lightweight, flexible trainer with Air-Cooled Memory Foam that moulds to your foot over time. It comes in a range of colours from clean white to muted sage, and it works equally well for a supermarket run or a longer walk.
For something more structured, the Summits and Dynamight lines give you a sportier silhouette without the weight. These are the ones you'll see on commuters, teachers, nurses — people who spend a lot of time on their feet and can't sacrifice comfort for style. The Go Walk Slip-Ins are built on Skechers' dedicated walking platform — firmer underfoot with better energy return over longer distances.
All women's Skechers Slip-Ins at Brantano are available in UK sizes 3–8, with select styles going wider.
Mens Skechers Slip Ins
Mens Slip Ins took a little longer to find their audience, but the Summits High Range changed that. It's a cleaner, more minimal trainer than most Skechers styles — pairs well with jeans, smarter casual trousers. The hands-free entry and the memory foam base are the same as the women's range; the last is wider and more structured across the toe box.
The Go Walk 7 in Slip In form is consistently one of our bestselling mens pairs. It's approachable in terms of looks, genuinely comfortable for daily wear, and light enough that you don't notice it by the end of a long day. Men in healthcare, retail, and logistics love it for exactly those reasons. Mens Slip Ins run UK sizes 6–13 across most styles.
Are Skechers Slip Ins Just for Older People?
This comes up a lot — and the honest answer is no, though it's easy to see where the idea comes from. When Skechers first introduced Slip-Ins, the marketing leaned heavily on ease and comfort, which resonated strongly with older shoppers.
That's changed significantly. The current Slip-Ins range covers everything from sleek minimalist trainers to chunky walking shoes, in colourways that skew firmly toward the mainstream. Busy parents, commuters who change shoes at the office, people who wear their trainers to the gym and back — these are the shoppers driving Slip-Ins growth right now. There's no age attached to not wanting to crouch on a cold doorstep.
What Do Podiatrists Think of Skechers?
Skechers as a brand tends to score well among podiatrists for everyday comfort wear, and Slip-Ins are no exception. The Air-Cooled Memory Foam used across most of the range provides genuine cushioning without being so soft it becomes unstable underfoot. The toe boxes are wide by trainer standards, reducing compression across the forefoot — something podiatrists consistently flag as important for long-term foot health.
Slip-Ins aren't clinical footwear and they're not prescribed orthotics. But for everyday comfort — walking, standing, light exercise — they hit most of the right notes. The removable insoles on many styles also mean they can accommodate after-market orthotics if needed. If you have a specific foot condition, always check with a podiatrist first.
Skechers Slip Ins vs Slip Ons: They're Not the Same
It's a reasonable source of confusion — the names are close. Slip-ons is a general footwear term covering any shoe without laces — mules, loafers, ballet flats. Slip-Ins (capital I) is Skechers' specific, trademarked technology. It's not just a shoe without laces — it's a shoe with an engineered hands-free heel entry system that lets you step in without touching the shoe at all. You can tell a Slip-In by the structured collar that holds its shape when the shoe is empty.
In short: all Skechers Slip-Ins are technically slip-ons, but a regular slip-on is not a Skechers Slip-In. The technology is the difference.
Why Buy Skechers Slip Ins at Brantano?
We carry the full range and we've been selling Skechers long enough to know which styles run small, which ones work for wider feet, and which colourways disappear first. That knowledge shows up in how we curate the collection.
Practically: free UK delivery on orders over £50, easy returns, in-stock sizes updated daily. Over 10,000 five-star reviews from shoppers who came back. Brantano is operated by Gardiner Bros & Co, a family footwear business. We know shoes
FAQs
Q: How do Skechers Slip Ins work?
Each Skechers Slip-In has a patented hands-free entry collar in the heel. When empty, the collar holds its shape — step in, heel slides down, shoe wraps normally. No bending, no lace loosening, no finger in the back.
Q: Do Skechers Slip Ins come in wide fit?
Select styles are available in wider fits. The Ultra Flex and Go Walk ranges have wider toe boxes as standard, and some styles come in explicit wide-fit versions. Check individual product listings for width options.
Q: Can you wash Skechers Slip Ins?
Mesh and fabric styles can be cleaned with a damp cloth and mild soap. Skechers advises against machine washing — it can damage the memory foam and affect the heel collar shape. Air dry naturally, never in direct heat.
Q: What is the difference between Skechers Slip Ins and regular Skechers?
Only the hands-free entry system. Slip-Ins use the same memory foam, outsoles, and uppers as their standard equivalents — they're structurally identical, just with the engineered entry collar added. No performance trade-off.
Q: What sizes do Skechers Slip Ins go up to?
Women's from UK size 3 to UK 8, men's from UK 6 to UK 13. Select styles go to extended sizes. Check individual product pages for full size guides.
