BC SoftWear, renowned for its luxury towels, robes, and spa linens, proudly unveils the Luxury Bio Slipper—a perfect addition to its premium collection tailored for spas and hotels. This groundbreaking product combines unparalleled comfort with a commitment to sustainability, featuring a compostable and recyclable Npulp® straw sole.

Innovative Design Meets Luxury

The latest innovation from BC SoftWear replaces traditional coir soles with Npulp®, a compressed straw material. This revolutionary process uses an enzyme to transform straw into pulp, eliminating the need for harsh chemicals and reducing water and energy consumption. The result? A slipper that meets the high standards of luxury and environmental responsibility demanded by leading spas and hotels.

Barbara Cooke, BC SoftWear’s founder and CEO, says: “As a leading supplier in the spa sector, we’re seeing dramatically increased demand for a more sustainable option for spa slippers. Providing guests with slippers in a high-end spa is still very much expected by guests, but they’re not easy to make sustainable. And sustainability is becoming increasingly crucial in the spa industry. Three years ago, BC SoftWear were one of the first suppliers to bring out a completely biodegradable coir-soled slipper. They’re made from all natural fibres derived from coconut husks, completely plastic free and 100% biodegradable – both our slipper and the bags they come in can be put into a standard food waste bin. But we were aware they aren’t as luxurious or soft as the five-star spa community often requires, so we’ve gone back to the drawing board and come up with a brand-new design, featuring Npulp^® straw soles.”While the Npulp^®compressed straw soles feel like a standard slipper sole, they make much less of an environmental impact. The soles also offer considerably better anti-slip protection and – a vital consideration for spas looking to provide footwear that’s suitable for wet areas – are water resistant, which is unusual for spa slippers.

Commitment to Sustainability

“Behaving in a more environmentally conscious way is no longer just a nice ‘extra’ for the hospitality industry. Sustainability needs to be part of every hotel spas DNA, and it’s the little changes that can add up to make a big environmental impact,” adds Cooke. “With energy saving so high on the agenda, BC SoftWear considers the environmental impact of everything we do; we’ve transitioned to using paper wraps for all of our packaging, saving 50 tonnes of single-use plastic each year, and our principal factory is powered by solar panels. We’re here to support spas every step of the way in their bid to be more eco conscious.”

Discover our Eco-Friendly Range

Ready to make a sustainable choice that delights your guests? Explore BC SoftWear’s extensive range of eco-friendly products, designed to bring luxury and sustainability to every aspect of the guest experience. Take a look at our Footwear category to view our latest innovations and learn how we can help elevate your spa or hotel’s sustainability offerings.