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Some start-ups, blurring the lines between home and office, are embracing a “no shoes” policy.
ILLUSTRATION: MELANIE LAMBRICK/NYTIMES
Lora Kelley
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NEW YORK – People entering a house party might expect to see a rack overflowing with shoes by the door. Lately, people entering some start-up offices might too.
The “no shoes” trend is spreading in tech offices, with buzzy start-ups telling employees to leave their Vans and Uggs at the door. Some cover their offices with soft rugs or offer free slippers.
