Shoes for Women

When it comes to shoes for women, I'm sure most of us has a closet or two dedicated to shoes alone -- if not a closet, then at least owning more than 15 pairs. From flip flops to "pumps", we'll cover it all on what type of shoes qualify for your job.

High heel shoes gives the confidence in women that would typically generate positivity or even smartness. In addition to that, I believe that wearing heels also gives that 'attitude' that women needs in a male-domination world (although that theory is beginning to deplete slowly as we speak).

Here are 3 tips or guidelines to typically abide by when it comes to wearing heels or shoes in general:

1. Observe what your co-workers are wearing, especially to those who's position you want to get into next ;)
2. Don't give up your own style in order to "fit in" because everyone is entitled to their own flare or 'pizzazz' as long as it's not too eye-catching. You don't want to stick out (negatively) like a sore thumb.
3. If you're still unsure, you can try this little trick. Try dressing conservatively with them at first and slowly switch over, experimenting on what might be too 'loud' within your workplace.

Obvious-but-must-be-stated-rules:

→ 'Blacks' and 'browns' are always safe colors when it comes to any type of shoe. In some countries, sandals are even accepted as long as they're in leather or synthetic -- not fabric or canvas! If your company allows sandals, try to avoid strappy sandals because it tones down the professional look ten-fold. Lastly, as much as you love them, flip flops and plastics are a definite NO in most cases.

→ Don't wear pumps or closed shoes if temperature doesn't allow it. Example: If you're wearing a jacket (even in hot weather), don't wear sandals.

→ Don't wear socks with sandals (although it apparently may be the new spring/summer trend of 2012) but always wear socks with runners and boots. Try to avoid socks made out of synthetic material because they don't absorb sweat well at all! It gives off a funky smell mid-day and can be damaging to the skin as well.

→ Some colors I suggest you stay away from would be yellow or deep red. Anything that sets too much attention towards the shoes, distracting fellow co-workers is a no-no. I think that anything extravagantly bright or showy like gold and silver are not suited for the work place in general.

All in all, like I always say -- ALWAYS ASK TO BE SURE!

What do you think is good enough for YOUR workplace?

1....2....or 3?