IMO*: Unacceptable

(*in my opinion)

I've recently seen people sporting these around the city. WHO ARE YOU AND WHAT ARE YOU DOING? Is the concrete-terrain too rugged for you? Planning to take a dip in the East River or the Hudson and need some water proof shoes?

Speaking of rivers, I would be just as distressed if I saw these while tubing in San Marcos - at least in that case there would be a logical reason for these monstrosities.

No ... Just no.