Well, it depends.

I had "Look" compatible pedals and shoes; the 3-hole style. They were great when I was clipped in, but I found them difficult to walk in away from the bike as they tended to slip on slick surfaces like my garage floor, and they put dents in my kitchen floor.

So I changed to Shimano "off-road" shoes/pedals; like these:
http://www.jensonusa.com/!JmZHpXEg5Q...medium=organic
http://www.jensonusa.com/Shimano-M077-MTB-Shoe

I love them. I can walk/drive easily and safely while wearing them, they are comfortable and easy to clip in/out of.

Some folks point out that they are a few grams heavier, but that seems like a nit to me.

We are lucky to have many choices; pay your money and take your choice!

I've never had much luck buying shoes online so I'd also suggest taking the long drive out of BFE to somewhere that you can be fitted properly.

-Tom in SoCal