An acquaintance just bought a loft-like condo on Venice Beach. One of those modern, resolutely zen spaces, except for the dark floors which collect footprints and sand like a Penelope's never ending canvas. Her solution? These dual purpose slippers: comfy pantoufles at the top, built-in mops at the bottom. Some people exercise on their living room bike while watching TV, she just walks around. For those interested, the Slipper Genies are available at Bed, Bath & Beyond. America's marketing ingeniosity will never cease to amaze me.photo LA Frog
