Comments on: High Heels In The Workplace http://sandydumont.com/high-heels-in-the-workplace/ More than an image consultant, exclusive techniques in the advanced fields of Image Psychology and Impression Strategies that go beyond mere image consulting for business professionals. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:49:35 -0700 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.3 By: Heather Miller Tokarz http://sandydumont.com/high-heels-in-the-workplace/comment-page-1/#comment-8002 Heather Miller Tokarz Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:36:25 +0000 http://sandydumont.com/?p=1309#comment-8002 I wanted to take a moment to point out a health related issue concerning heels - Sandy you said that anything over 3 inches is too much for work. My chiropractor is constantly reminding me that heels over 2 inches can cause back pain, knee problems, bad posture and other issues because our bodies are not designed to walk around constantly on our toes. I would suggest that if a woman is unsure if a pair of heels would be workplace appropriate for her, she should also think about how wearing those heels for an entire workday could affect her body. Of course, wearing heels all day is a great calf workout! I wanted to take a moment to point out a health related issue concerning heels – Sandy you said that anything over 3 inches is too much for work.

My chiropractor is constantly reminding me that heels over 2 inches can cause back pain, knee problems, bad posture and other issues because our bodies are not designed to walk around constantly on our toes.
I would suggest that if a woman is unsure if a pair of heels would be workplace appropriate for her, she should also think about how wearing those heels for an entire workday could affect her body.
Of course, wearing heels all day is a great calf workout!

]]> By: Sandy Dumont http://sandydumont.com/high-heels-in-the-workplace/comment-page-1/#comment-7993 Sandy Dumont Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:57:07 +0000 http://sandydumont.com/?p=1309#comment-7993 Connie, Very wise advice. I did't take these photos, so I'm not certain whether or not the model is wearing hose. Slits in the front of a skirt must always be very discreet so as not to appear provocative. Connie,
Very wise advice. I did’t take these photos, so I’m not certain whether or not the model is wearing hose. Slits in the front of a skirt must always be very discreet so as not to appear provocative.

]]> By: Sandy Dumont http://sandydumont.com/high-heels-in-the-workplace/comment-page-1/#comment-7992 Sandy Dumont Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:55:04 +0000 http://sandydumont.com/?p=1309#comment-7992 Maritza, You're right, these days we have to play it by ear and consider the occasion. I would agree that when you are speaking you are wise to wear nylons. And you've got the right atitude about casual attire - you can't let your brand down ever! Glad you are enjoying my newsletters and articles. Thanks for the feedback. Incidentaly, are you a member of NSA? I'll be in Nashville tomorrow for their annual Winter Workshop. Maritza,
You’re right, these days we have to play it by ear and consider the occasion. I would agree that when you are speaking you are wise to wear nylons. And you’ve got the right atitude about casual attire – you can’t let your brand down ever!

Glad you are enjoying my newsletters and articles. Thanks for the feedback. Incidentaly, are you a member of NSA? I’ll be in Nashville tomorrow for their annual Winter Workshop.

]]> By: Connie http://sandydumont.com/high-heels-in-the-workplace/comment-page-1/#comment-7991 Connie Tue, 09 Feb 2010 03:50:35 +0000 http://sandydumont.com/?p=1309#comment-7991 I agree that both of these ladies look great. Another consideration: a slim skirt with a slit in the front, plus no hose may give a different message when seated. It's important to check out every angle. I agree that both of these ladies look great. Another consideration: a slim skirt with a slit in the front, plus no hose may give a different message when seated. It’s important to check out every angle.

]]> By: Maritza http://sandydumont.com/high-heels-in-the-workplace/comment-page-1/#comment-7990 Maritza Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:02:54 +0000 http://sandydumont.com/?p=1309#comment-7990 Sandy! Both ladies look great! I like you comment, Toni. Not only goes according what you do, but where your work takes you. I wear from jeans to business suits. Regarding the nylons, all depends where I go and what type of event. I do use a "self-tanning" lotion that has worked wonderful over the years. Great for when the ocassion is casual. But when I am giving the conference and I am in front of many people or if it is a very important business meeting I make sure that if I am wearing a dress or skirt I wear nylons. As an International Trainer and entrepreneur, I like to look professional even when I am wearing casual clothing. My next big event is a "First" for me. A Golf Tournament! I am lost here : ) I'll be one of the speakers. Research, research. I don't think I'll be wearing nylons. Sandy, I enjoy your newsletters and articles. They keep us thinking and learning. Thanks! Maritza Sandy!

Both ladies look great! I like you comment, Toni. Not only goes according what you do, but where your work takes you. I wear from jeans to business suits.

Regarding the nylons, all depends where I go and what type of event. I do use a “self-tanning” lotion that has worked wonderful over the years. Great for when the ocassion is casual. But when I am giving the conference and I am in front of many people or if it is a very important business meeting I make sure that if I am wearing a dress or skirt I wear nylons. As an International Trainer and entrepreneur, I like to look professional even when I am wearing casual clothing. My next big event is a “First” for me. A Golf Tournament! I am lost here : ) I’ll be one of the speakers. Research, research. I don’t think I’ll be wearing nylons.

Sandy, I enjoy your newsletters and articles. They keep us thinking and learning.

Thanks!
Maritza

]]> By: Toni http://sandydumont.com/high-heels-in-the-workplace/comment-page-1/#comment-7989 Toni Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:30:19 +0000 http://sandydumont.com/?p=1309#comment-7989 If these ladies both have professional office positions then I say neither looks too sexy. They both look appropiate, polished and professional for the workplace. Also, everybody's different, maybe this is who they are and this is the look that gives them the confidence to achieve and succeed at their business. If these ladies both have professional office positions then I say neither looks too sexy. They both look appropiate, polished and professional for the workplace. Also, everybody’s different, maybe this is who they are and this is the look that gives them the confidence to achieve and succeed at their business.

]]> By: Sandy Dumont http://sandydumont.com/high-heels-in-the-workplace/comment-page-1/#comment-7988 Sandy Dumont Mon, 08 Feb 2010 22:12:38 +0000 http://sandydumont.com/?p=1309#comment-7988 Julia, I agaree. I've got clients in the utility industry and in the car sales arena. Most of them wear pants! Julia,
I agaree. I’ve got clients in the utility industry and in the car sales arena. Most of them wear pants!

]]> By: Sandy Dumont http://sandydumont.com/high-heels-in-the-workplace/comment-page-1/#comment-7987 Sandy Dumont Mon, 08 Feb 2010 22:11:49 +0000 http://sandydumont.com/?p=1309#comment-7987 Andy, The hose thing is changing by the minute. We'll all have a different viewpoint in five years. Andy,
The hose thing is changing by the minute. We’ll all have a different viewpoint in five years.

]]> By: Julia http://sandydumont.com/high-heels-in-the-workplace/comment-page-1/#comment-7986 Julia Mon, 08 Feb 2010 21:12:02 +0000 http://sandydumont.com/?p=1309#comment-7986 Both of these women look great. However, in the utility industry where I work, how you dress depends completely on where you are. The skirt in a service center would be bad news, no matter how professional it is. Both of these women look great. However, in the utility industry where I work, how you dress depends completely on where you are. The skirt in a service center would be bad news, no matter how professional it is.

]]> By: Andy http://sandydumont.com/high-heels-in-the-workplace/comment-page-1/#comment-7985 Andy Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:51:56 +0000 http://sandydumont.com/?p=1309#comment-7985 The hose thing is really tough - especially in the colder climates. They do seem to give a skirt or dress a more polished look. Also shoes, other than open-toed and sandals, seem to have been made to wear with stockings and can be quite uncomfortable without. At 5'10, I tower over most people as it is and think that goes over that well with some men. So heels are a little touchy. The hose thing is really tough – especially in the colder climates. They do seem to give a skirt or dress a more polished look. Also shoes, other than open-toed and sandals, seem to have been made to wear with stockings and can be quite uncomfortable without.
At 5’10, I tower over most people as it is and think that goes over that well with some men. So heels are a little touchy.

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