Comfort or Class?

One of the noticeable differences between locals and foreigners is their choices in shoes and when certain shoes are to be worn.  In the states, you will often find women wearing flats or even tennis shoes to work and then changing into their dress shoes afterwards.  Here it is quite the opposite.  



The other day I was heading out the door to go home and noticed our receptionist changing her shoes - going from a more comfortable heel to what is pictured here on the right.  Oh MY Land...was my response...are you walking home in those?  "Absolutely" was the reply.  I of course had to get a picture of the "comfortable" vs. "classy" look. I can guarantee my feet were much more appreciative of my choice!