Is It Rude to Ask Guests to Take Their Shoes Off?

Users on the X app chimed in on the debate.

Here’s an etiquette question you may be curious about: is it rude to ask guests to take their shoes off when they enter your home? A debate about this sparked on the X app with some users saying you can ask, as long as you’re nice about it and make it part of welcoming them into your home. Another user argued that when you invite people into your home, you need to “let it go” and realize that part of hosting is letting your guests enjoy themselves and be comfortable. It’s also important to note that in many cultures, removing shoes before entering homes is the norm. So if you are asked to remove them, its best to follow their house rules.