Birdies The Starling. 8.5 black velvet. Excellent condition. Extremely comfortable. Just don’t reach for these. Smoke and pet free home. A classic smoking slipper crafted of premium black velvet, this shoe is soft to the touch and has a subtle sheen. We covered our footbeds with a satin lining for added luxury and comfort. The flat is complete with our signature grosgrain backtab and gold Birdies logo.