Sneakers in Spain

In the United States, it is not uncommon to see people in clothing ranging anywhere from pajamas to a suit, slippers to heels, every day on public transportation. People from all walks of life with every type of outfit all contained on one bus or train. In Seville, however, that is not the case. You know, the old phrase goes, "Europe came up with it first, America is just six months behind." Meaning, America hasn't caught up with the trends of Spain. However, in the case of footwear, I think Spain is a little behind. Spanish people are rarely seen wearing sneakers and if they are, they are not practical shoes. I don't understand how it can be comfortable for the Spanish to walk around in heels all day, especially since the main form of transportation in Seville is your feet. Everyday when boarding the metro, I examine people's shoes, of all ages to see if one day I am going to see a pair of moccasins or a pair of ugly (yet functional) pair of sneakers and so far, I have yet to see it. Spain is the first place where I have seen women on bicycles in heels! While I think the United States has a lot to learn from Spain, the Spanish should take our advice and leave the heels at home.