I was told by my company officer ('99 grad, Prowler NFO) here at the academy to get a pair of brown shoes. I have them, and wear them with my khakis on Friday when I send my flight suit out for cleaning. I've asked both my CO and my practicum instructor ('02 grad, F-14/F-18 NFO) what the "rule" is. CO said wear them; practicum says it depends. I'd rather wear them as soon as I can with khakis.
I know I'm behind in the conversation, but I figured I would ask anyway. With respect to the instructors down at API, would they rather see new ENS/2ndLTs wearing the brown shoes or would said ENS/2ndLTs get a ration of shit for being "an individual" if everyone else is wearing black?