Comments on: Should People Take Off Shoes At Your Doorstep?

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 30 Oct 2015 12:28:07 +0000

Where I come from, it is our culture to leave shoes at the doorstep. Whether a VIP, a child or a house help or gardener, we leave shoes by the doorstep. Around our estate, it is regarded irresponsible to visit your neighbor and keep your shoes on because you don't appreciate the effort put to clean the floors and carpets. My mother was a housewife and she always ensured her wooden floors and carpets are clean so you don't feel uncomfortable and cold. I do the same for my family.

I remember the day I took my son for school admission (baby class), he took off his shoes. The headmistress told him that he was not at home and he can keep his shoes on. She told me that was common and kids removed shoes during their first admission and she had to put a sign at the door “Keep Shoes On”. It is hygienic and respectful to remove shoes before entering the house.

By: Aunty Mo

Aunty Mo — Fri, 24 Apr 2015 07:49:58 +0000

In my opinion one should not have to take off ones shoes before entering a house no matter how grand the house may be. Your shoes are an integral part of your dressing and to be asked to take them off is like asking you to undress. A good host puts his guests first. Any concerns about hygiene can be taken care of by cleaning up AFTER the guests have gone .
I find that leaving shoes at the entrance of a house looks untidy and also can be a hazard to others who can trip over them.

By: Gbogbo Big Girls

Gbogbo Big Girls — Tue, 21 Apr 2015 13:19:26 +0000

I don't like Pulling off my shoes when entering someone's house. Likewise, I don't like seeing different shades of footwear outside my door.

Depends on people sha but I've not experienced someone telling me to off my shoes when going into their house.