I agree so much with this! Takes no time to keep leather shoes / boots clean and they last longer. Although in the we here, it's been 20 months since I wore leather footwear - trainers, sliders all the way. In covid times the elbow / fist bump is no replacement for a firm handshake.Christ, I want to clean those shoes SO badly.
It must be my Autism, or my Military Edges but, Jesus.
Sorry (not sorry) to say I judge people by their shoes.
Shoes and handshake.
Dirty shoes, limp handshake. Nah.
From earlier: I think the jumpers and cardigans are worn for an excuse to roll up the sleeves and show off the tats. If you wore something sensible for the occasion or more formal (suit type jacket) this would not be possible.