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Originally posted by Bad_Rich_Chic
Mary Janes technically strap over the instep, not the ankle, even if they do so high up. Something wrapping even once around the ankle is iffy, even if the shoe has a real back to it, when the strap comes from the back of the heel rather than the sides of the shoe (though sometimes a wider, lower heel, a lot of coverage and/or a T-strap can take the curse off).
I've heard of the "slingbacks = slut" thing, too, but I have to admit I've never seen it in action. But then I'm not in midtown; midtown is notoriously frumpy, and half of my suits would probably be considered slutty there just because the jackets are not cut straight from shoulders to hips but instead go in at the waist. I've definitely heard of "open toes/mules/no hose = slut" edicts, but I've never heard of anyone actually getting nabbed on the hose thing, if only because that would involve a partner commenting on a female associate's undergarments, which most of them are too smart to do.
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At my firm, those who get nabbed typically are called by the HR people. As long as we are doing business casual, most non-flip flop sandals are considered ok. I think we'll be going back to business attire soon though. Then it will be back to closed-toe shoes I'm sure. That really sucks in Dallas.
