Shoes

I would suggest going to a shoe store and buying shoes that are comfortable. You had to post on the internet to learn that? 

Maybe you could put some inserts in your favorite shoes.

I would suggest going to a shoe store and buying shoes that are comfortable. You had to post on the internet to learn that? 

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Why…do you feel…the need…to use…uncecessary…ellipses?

my Prada shoes for conformable!

I bought a good pair – Ecco, I think – that has held up well. You’ll need two pairs. One for doorknocking, one for the office.

If you’re prospecting the affluent, don’t wear cheap shoes.  It’s always noticeable and will say a lot about you.

my Prada shoes for conformable!

There is a saying to the effect that after your eyes, your shoes are the next thing people look at. Notice what happends in an elevator – everyone watches the floor. So I’ve always thought decent shoes were critical in making that first impression. The kind that have LEATHER uppers, preferably with thin soles. There’s nothing like an English bench made pair of broguhs or Eye-tallian leather loafers – in my opinion. .

I bought rollerblades. Affluent customers thought it was like, totally awesome.

edj green high tops with the pump up thing on them

[quote=MinimumVariance]There is a saying to the effect that after your eyes, your shoes are the next thing people look at. Notice what happends in an elevator – everyone watches the floor. [/quote]

Eyes, boobs, heels.

rockports

Get some white NIKE shox.  They look sweet with a black pin suit.

rockports

Buy some Allen Edmonds…you can send them back and have them recrafted after you wear the soles out. Much much more comfortable than JM or CH. Buy a brown Park Avenue and a black, you’ll spend 600 bucks and that’s all you need. Alternate them…

[quote=Blitzkrieg Bop]I would suggest going to a shoe store and buying shoes that are comfortable. You had to post on the internet to learn that? 

HN,

You might want to consider buying shoes a half size bigger in case your feet swell up from all the walking. Don’t spend a lot of $$ on shoes that claim to be comfortable. Like some said earlier in the thread, go to a place like Kohl’s or TJ Max.

Good luck

Thanks, for the info! I guess NO thread is flameproof as I alluded to before…I’ll take the good and ignore the bad. They sound like some troubled souls in need of counseling.

I have to agree with Minimum Variance, shoes are indeed a vital part of your professional image. Two big mistakes that people make are (a) not purchasing a serious shoe, and more commonly (b) wearing worn out shoes.

Not to be a snob, you don’t have to spend a ton of money, but make sure that they are in style, professional looking, comfortable and maintained. If you are going out door knocking and walking a fair bit, then I would find at least 2 but preferably 3 or 4 pairs of good shoes which are both comfortable to wear, and are coordinated with your suit. Alternate them each day, and make sure to properly care for them. One thing I would recommend is to get cedar shoe trees, it will make the shoe last SO MUCH LONGER… Aside from a properly tailored suit, well maintained stylish shoes are vital for projecting a professional image.

Best shoes for this job:

Thanks for all the advice (the constructive ones anyways!).  I got the down low, unsolicited BTW, at KYC.  Keep your good shoes, buy gel inserts, and re-sole as needed.  For me, it is “east bound and down” for the near future.  I will visit/post as time permits. 

What the heck is your avatar?  I can’t quite figure it out, but I’m seeing communist elephants holding trunks while playing Space Invaders.  Whaaa???

Sorry 'bout that, I changed it to one that is a little easier to figure out.  Same message…

Go to Macys try on some good looking Black and Brown Shoes.  If they are having a sale you can get both for around $150.  My current ones are Florseim and Clairborne.  Good looking leather and comfy soles.  They usually last about a year.

I am a huge huge fan of Rockport Northfield shoes.  Prior to Jones, I worked on my feet indoors & out and found these to be the absolute best.
 - The spongey sole is great when you are on your feet all day.
 - Waterproof - You can step in a 2" puddle and your feet will stay dry.
 - Good traction in rain, snow & ice.
 - Very light weight
 - Last a long time.

Only negative is they look a little like a boot instead of a dress shoe, but standing at a door no one can tell. And, after 10 hours on your feet, the comfort will be more than worth it!