When it comes to working in a business casual environment, shoes can be a tricky middle ground. You have some killer heels that you’d love to wear with your outfit, but they might not be the right choice if you’re on your feet for eight hours a day. Take it from me, running around in uncomfortable shoes all day is not fun.
For work, I’m a full time substitute teacher, that means I come into work everyday and am covering all sorts of classes. My duties range from office work, to core classes, and electives, like gym, so I need to be prepared. And a lot of the time, I’ll do all three in a day and will have to run all over the school. So my shoes are just as important as what I’m wearing. Remember people, comfort is key.
So, this post is dedicated to the shoes that get my through a busy day on me feet. I’ll break down my favorite shoes for every day of the week, followed by pictures and lovely collages that I made on Polyvore.
Early Week:
They say that you’re supposed to dress your best in the beginning of the week. I’m sure this has to do with more meetings, or maybe for moral/mental support. You know, when you look your best, you feel your best. And lets be real, Monday we need some extra TLC.
So I say save your heels for Monday and Tuesday because you’re just starting out the week and your feet can take a little heel. And I mean little heel, like a kitten heel, or solid wedge or thick heel. These are going to prove the most comfortable.
My heel situation consists of my 1-2″ pointed toe shoes, or a nice rounded toe. Since I work in a school I don’t feel like my high wedges shoes would fit in because 1. it’s more casual than that and 2. I would be a literal giant.
Mid Week:
If you’re still into it, you can keep rocking your heels, or you could go for a cute flat, like ballet flats, loafers, or oxfords. These are my personal favorites because they look nice, but are super comfy. The funkier of the mix are my Vince Camuto oxfords, I think they also add an interesting element to an outfit because of their quirky nature. I also wear a more formal Ivanka Trump white pointed toe flat that has the same formal feel as a heel.
End of the Week/Causal Friday:
It’s the end of the week and you’re so #overit. Don’t fret, you can still look cool but be comfortable at the same time thanks to a sick pair of kicks. Now don’t confuse workout sneakers with dress sneakers because they are two separate categories. I’m talking a fresh pair of white sneakers, think Adidas, Acne Studio etc. You can also wear a platform shoe or creeper, like the black one below. These shoes have a similar aesthetic to a sneaker, but are a bit more polished.
Photography by Kasey aka 
The front of the first button up described (sleeves are a little short, but that how they always fit me). Seemingly traditional until you get to the back…
The tie back button up that was too big in the front. I only took a picture of the back because of its a interesting shape.
The super cool gingham high waisted pants. I am still mourning them…but you can see the strange placement of the pleats.
Lastly, the culottes that seemed the most normal, but just didn’t cut it…see the pleats?
I admire the way she pairs patterns and colors and makes them look extremely chic. Lace and leopard, yes!
The blazer is from JCrew, the dress is by Equipment, and the oxfords are by Vince Camuto. The earrings are vintage, the necklace is from Banana Republic and the lip color is by Nars cosmetics. The blue ring is by Alexis Bittar, the gold ring is by JCrew and the bag is from The Costume Company.
The Tall Teacher 