Soft footwear (5)

I believe the answer is:

socks

(Other definitions for socks that I've seen before include "Foot warmers and wind cones" , "Dresses" , "Disappointment at Xmas" , "Short stockings" , "Hose" .)

I've seen this clue in The Wall Street Journal.

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