The pocket knife under the shoes
The pandemic has us in its grip. When it comes to shoes, one all-rounder can save us: the white sneaker - in a way, the jackknife among shoes.
"Back to home office" is the order of the day. The pandemic continues to define our reality. In terms of clothing, we are drawing on the wealth of experience from the first wave. We already have a certain routine in switching from the office to the home office.
Work mode.
You can't see a shoe on the screen?
A professional outfit is part of a professional appearance, even from home. Only the matter of the shoes has not yet been completely clarified for many. After all, many think, you can't see them on the screen. Are you sure? What very few people realize is that the outfit also has an effect on the inside.
The shoe creates personality and charisma. Even in times of zoom and Webex. Because if you have a good standing, you create a good standing for yourself. The choice of shoes has an influence on leadership, the quality of work and productivity. Therefore: Always consider - even in the home office - the importance of business shoes.
The white sneaker: The bag knife under the shoes
Business shoes - this definitely includes the sneaker, and white minimal sneaker. Every man must own a pair of white sneakers! The white sneaker emphasizes the relaxed look. And always fits. It is already a classic. The white sneaker was a must-have in the fall of 2020 and remains so: because it is the sac knife among men's shoes. This shoe is a true all-rounder. It can be worn with a shirt at a video conference, looks perfect with a classic, dark suit at a customer meeting with a protective mask and with jeans on the way to daycare with the kids, it is casual for shopping, sporty for a ride on the bike, in short: a perfect everyday piece.
The sneaker is the congenial fashion partner of digitalization and home office, because as a casual business outfit it perfectly combines comfortable clothing and professional work. The sneaker offers comfort and style. Casual and high-quality. It conveys personality and status. And makes a statement: I have self-discipline and self-management, I am self-confident and
motivated. And dynamic!
Proper care and accessories
Besides the basic color white, the design and quality of the sneaker must be right. It must be of high quality and impeccable workmanship. And importantly, the white sneaker must always be kept clean - clean it every now and then with a toothbrush and some soap. Over time, it will lose its pristine white color. That's okay too, it's allowed to look a bit like well-kept rock'n'roll. But too much patina is an unmistakable sign that the next white sneaker must come!
When choosing socks in a business context, continue to fall back on the proven models in black or dark blue, assorted with the suit or chinos, knee-high. Sporty wear the white sneaker with white sports socks or even without. Do not under any circumstances try to set an accent with contrasting colors or even funny socks! This devalues the white sneaker - and thus also its wearer.
About the author
Dominik Risch, together with his wife, founded Risch Shoes, based in Zurich, and launched the world's unique custom shoe concept with Foot-DNA. Risch Shoes has locations in Zurich, Bern, Frankfurt, Mannheim and Lech. www.risch-shoes.com
