Is it possible to give slippers: signs, why not for a birthday

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Homemade soft slippers are an interesting gift idea. However, there are signs that claim that in this way you can bring trouble and misfortune. What to do: give up on superstitions or listen to them? Let's figure out why you can't give slippers, where this superstition came from, and what to do about it.

Is it allowed to give slippers as a gift?

When choosing a gift (especially for a man), many are guided by the principle “so that it comes in handy.” Before buying a practical item, it is better to check the signs, otherwise you may find yourself in an awkward position and upset the hero of the occasion. Among the things that are not given as a gift, but bought on your own, are slippers.

Popular beliefs do not recommend giving slippers as a gift, and it is not recommended to give them as a gift to anyone. The warning about why such a piece of clothing should not be given as a gift arose a long time ago. This is considered to be a very bad omen. It is associated with funeral rituals.

Since ancient times, people have been buried in shoes, and most often in slippers. To release the deceased into another world barefoot meant disrespect for his person. The tradition of placing the deceased in the coffin in slippers is explained in different ways.

The slippers are soft, but the dead man has a difficult journey ahead of him. According to superstitions, if he feels uncomfortable, he will begin to appear in a dream to living relatives and disturb them with complaints.

The deceased should not be dressed in shoes with heels or without backs, because they create noise when walking. The new arrival may awaken the other dead. The slippers are not equipped with lacing, and tying knots on any element of the deceased’s clothing is extremely undesirable (“you will tie the soul”). The grave becomes the final refuge of the deceased, so slippers are just in place.

Since childhood, everyone is familiar with the expression “in a coffin in white slippers.” Even if you give slippers of a different color, a superstitious person will perceive this as an ambiguous hint and a wish for an imminent death. He may have a suspicion that with such a “surprise” you want to bring the black date of death closer. If after such a gift a person gets sick, the giver will become his worst enemy.

How to remove negativity if you are the owner of the gift

For a long time in Rus' there was one main way to remove the negative message from a gift - to consecrate it in the church. But since even the most superstitious person can hardly dare to turn to the priest with a request to perform the rite of consecration of the slippers, you can simply:

wash them in water with a pinch of salt;
hold the candle over the flame (the main thing is not to burn it);
light an incense stick with your favorite scent and fumigate the gift, imagining how the smoke displaces all negative energy.

If you doubt the good intentions of the donor or your soul is very restless, sprinkle the slippers with holy water and wear them for good health.

Who should you not present slippers to?

People believe that such a thing should not be presented to relatives or strangers at all. The main reason is a reminder of death. There are other explanations for the sign why slippers should not be given as a gift, but they all have a negative meaning.

Why don't they give you slippers?

For an elderly person , this will remind him that the best years are behind him, life is coming to an end. Such a gift will serve as a hint that it is time to retire.
For a young person - to a possible accident, illness or injury that will force him to stay at home.
To a friend, lover or beloved - to separation. Such a gift will provoke a serious quarrel, which will put an end to the relationship.
Life partner - to a long journey, parting. Slippers symbolize the road. Such a gift contains an encrypted message that the giver wants to show his spouse out the door and erase him from life.

Among young people, a new interpretation of the sign about gifted slippers has become widespread. It is believed that you can do this, but only after you start living with your chosen one under the same roof. It's a very personal thing. If slippers “settle” in the house, then you will definitely get married.

If such a gift is received by a superstitious person, the donated slippers will make him depressed. He will constantly expect a trick from them and attribute all the troubles to the “bad” object that appeared in the house.

How to give home shoes correctly

It happens that you know exactly the person who needs slippers. And he himself doesn’t seem to mind getting a new pair. And an excellent option caught my eye, so my hands reached out to buy it and present it with the best wishes. How to arrange a gift to “agree” with bad omens?

Are you afraid to give? Sell!

There are a couple of surefire ways:

demand a fee of exactly 3 kopecks for the item you brought and insist on your price - what was bought is not a gift, which means superstitions can pass by;
when presenting a gift, say to yourself or out loud, “I’m giving slippers, I’m not looking for a quarrel, take the gift, protect your heart from the cold”;
say the slippers after purchasing them for good luck for the one who will wear them. This can be done in the simplest words, just put a new thing in front of you and, thinking warmly about the person, wish him all the best in life.

If you are fond of needlework - knitting, felting, sewing - and want to make shoes for a loved one yourself, do it with a light heart. Made with good intentions, absorbing the bright energy of the master, such shoes will not be afraid of any superstitions and will definitely bring something good with them.

Handmade shoes retain the good energy of the master. There are not many bad omens that cannot be avoided. If you want to give someone a certain thing, even if superstition considers it dangerous, there is always a way out. For some, salt and water will be helpful, for others it will be a comic “selling” of slippers, and for others a positive attitude will be enough. Choose things with love, give from the heart, accept with gratitude, and all negativity will be neutralized.

Can I give it as a gift to my husband or wife?

Slippers are a useful and relatively inexpensive thing. Such a gift can be given to a man. Any representative of the stronger sex with a healthy sense of humor will appreciate it. “Slippers” will not cause any terrible associations if you don’t take the first pair you come across on the market, but approach their choice creatively.

What kind of slippers can you give a man:

Give your husband slippers on February 23, your anniversary or another holiday. For such an occasion, a pair of house shoes with cool embroidery will be suitable: “I am the boss of the house”, “the pride of the whole family”, “tsar”, “master-master”, “beloved husband”, “man in the house”.
On Defender of the Fatherland Day, give your guy comfortable funny slippers with the inscription: “beloved”, “best of the best No. 1”, “macho”, “100% man”.
Grandfather will love the soft slippers with an embroidered crown and the inscription: “beloved grandfather”, “pride of the family”, “ancestor”.
For dad, choose comfortable slippers with the appropriate inscription: “dad decides everything”, “super dad”.
A businessman friend will like slippers decorated with the inscription: “life is good”, “Boss”, “on the path to success”, “cool slippers”, “real kid”, “attract money”. He will be pleased to receive a gift with meaning. But the products must be of high quality and “status” - made of soft genuine leather.
Give a football fan branded slippers with the symbols of the team he is a fan of.

A terry robe looks great in combination with slippers. This set looks solid and will appeal to every man, regardless of his age.

You can give slippers to your wife or friend only if she is not too interested in omens and appreciates humor. When a man gives a woman (even an elderly one) such a gift, he must choose something special.

What kind of slippers can you give a woman:

glamorous - with rhinestones, natural fur, on a platform;
expensive - made of leather;
soft - in the shape of a funny face;
bright - with cool inscriptions.

A good choice for a girl:

“all men are at my feet”;
“the most beautiful legs”;
"darling";
"stylish little thing"

For your wife you can buy slippers with a picture and the words:

"the king's wife";
"the most beautiful";
“feet in slippers - happiness in the house”;
"hostess";
"beloved wife";
"homemade Louboutins."

“Slippers” with ornaments and embroidery will suit grandma: “grandma is always right,” “best granny.”

To make the gift more pleasant, add a luxurious housecoat in an original color.

Why you can't give slippers for a birthday

This is a very personal holiday; the hero of the occasion expects special gifts. Slippers are an everyday and inexpensive item (unless it is a haute couture item). They look boring and are not suitable for a present on the occasion of such a joyful event.

Each birthday adds a year to the age lived. Having received slippers as a gift, a superstitious person will remember the “bad” omen and see a hidden negative connotation in them. It is better to abandon the idea of presenting such things even to blood and closest relatives.

The only exception is slippers knitted or sewn with your own hands. Hand-made products carry a positive energy charge and usually delight parents and grandparents. Relatives will appreciate the efforts of children or grandchildren and will gladly accept handmade home shoes as a gift.

The meaning of the sign

In fact, there are many beliefs associated with house shoes, and not all of them mean imminent death.

Negative signs:

Mix up the left and right sneakers. If this happens, then you should expect gossip behind your back. At the same time, both your ill-wishers and friends can cause unpleasant gossip.
Wear slippers for the deceased. If he died from a disease, then there is a high probability that it will be “transmitted” to the heir. In addition, such actions can bring disaster or death.
Old, worn out slippers. Shoes that have served their purpose for a long time and are lying somewhere in the corner should be thrown out and bought new ones. If you keep your leaky old slippers like this, you could get seriously ill.

Signs that are considered a good sign:

Lost my slippers. This means that soon you will stop communicating with people who cause you grief or drag you down. The same can be said about burdensome responsibilities - it is likely that you will soon leave your unloved job or get rid of difficult tasks.
Finding slippers means something good will appear in your life. Many people consider slippers a symbol of comfort. If a single person discovers such a find, then, for sure, he will meet his soul mate in the near future.

For what reason do they give it?

According to the rules of etiquette, slippers can only be given as a gift to close people, relatives or good friends. Even if you don’t believe in omens, it is indecent to give such an “intimate” gift to a colleague, boss, or person you barely know.

In our country, slippers are not given to newlyweds, the birthday boy or the hero of the day. There is nothing romantic about slippers; this is not a suitable option for March 8th. The groom should not present them to the bride, and the newlywed should not “delight” her future husband with slippers. But in China and Tunisia, it is mandatory to present the bride with this attribute as a sign that she is getting a new home.

There are only a few reasons when it is permissible to give slippers:

If they were brought as a souvenir from a trip and are made in national flavor.
For a housewarming party for a family couple. To ensure order and comfort reign in the house, present your husband and wife with slippers made in the same color scheme.
For young spouses who are moving into a new apartment, give a gift with a hint - a pair of tiny knitted booties.
For older people (if they are not afraid of omens) - on Christmas, another “common” or religious holiday. For older people, it is better to choose products with a closed toe and heel, which securely fixes the feet and reduces the risk of injury.

Europeans and residents of the United States are unfamiliar with this ominous omen, which is why slippers are the most popular gift for Christmas and New Year. Gradually, this fashion is migrating to us. As a New Year's gift (especially for a young man), you can use indoor shoe models made in the form of a symbol of the coming year.

From a rational point of view

In the modern world, many people are accustomed to giving house shoes as an additional gift for housewarming. Guys buy fluffy products for their girls to keep their feet warm.

This item is most suitable for older people who value the comfort and care of loved ones. If the recipient of the gift is not embarrassed by the present, you can make it an addition to the main thing.

When choosing products, it is important to consider the following criteria:

compound;
true to size;
seasonality;
washable;
design.

The right models for the home will provide convenience, relieve fatigue and take care of human health. They must combine aesthetics and practicality.

What kind of slippers can you give to your loved ones?

Although giving slippers as a gift is a bad omen, if certain conditions are met, you can please your loved ones with such a gift. The main rule is that “slippers” should not be white and have a classic “old lady” shape. The dangerous sign applies only to these styles. It does not apply to other models.

Beliefs allow you to give slippers as a gift:

beach;
baths;
comfortable and fashionable indoor ugg boots;
indoor boots;
soft 3D models - in the form of funny animals, cartoon characters, felt cars;
handmade and original design;
decorated with funny inscriptions, bright ribbons, beads, appliqué;
souvenirs - for interior decoration;
wooden clogs;
flip-flop slippers;
open toe slides.

The category of “safe” includes any models that do not resemble funeral shoes in color or style.