@triskadecaphobic Although I haven't seen any deep testing/analysis to prove it, I've read that natural fiber rugs are absorptive, while most man-made fiber rugs are reflective and don't help much. Perhaps a natural fibre rug in whatever thickness works for you both will do the trick.
If you're more interested in "using a pair" than "growing a pair", ask her to pick one out that meets your need. ;-) Cheers,
Spencer