I cannot remember what rationale I employed in the purchase of my Oneida mocs. I'm sure it was for something specific, like house shoe/slipper, or maybe driving. In fact, this summer they have become my all-purpose shoes.
These are some seriously comfortable shoes. Unmatched by my other slippers, loafers, and sandals; and easily more convenient than oxfords, etc.
I spent a career wearing dress shoes from another Wisconsin shoemaker. Great shoes, but with limited utility in my retired life. Funerals, weddings, inclement weather, and so forth.
Onieda mocs are all about comfort and leisure. I will need to get another pair for socks and cold weather.