I really, really, hate to say it, but I like the shoes.
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The shoes may be nice, but they are so inappropriate for a daytime business or diplomatic meeting. The only people who can get away with showing their toes are women who usually wear saris and sandals because they come from an extremely hot climate.
I consider armpits and toenails and ashy heels extremely unattractive and disrespectful displays during the day in a business meeting. The idea is to reduce the number of personal distractions and focus on the important matters. They would have looked so much nicer if she were also wearing a tailored suit in gray or beige.