Does anyone find it suspect that in most work environments they find “sneakers” to be “unprofessional"

What are they really trying to say?

Because I know my sneakers cost more than a pair of shitty slingbacks and look better too.

Even in retail where you have to be on your feet and run around all day, they don’t think they "look right”

I’m sorry but a fresh pair of Jordans, or some all white Kswiss, or some Shell toe Adidas are not only comfortable but look clean as hell with a pair of dress pants and a polo.

It’s weird how much they are against fashion that are usually associated with POCs.