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Kenneth Cole Shoes Anyone?

July 30th, 2009 Kristi Leave a comment Go to comments

Thanks so much for giving your opinions.

Part of doing this made me realize that EVERY TIME I have had the opportunity to wear the Unlisted shoes, I have chosen not to … I have worn different shoes instead …

In my effort to keep a streamlined, love-AND WEAR-everything-you-own wardrobe, I have decided to give those shoes away. First priority is to anyone who gave an opinion on the shoes yesterday — the first person to respond can have ‘em … if they fit! They are Unlimited, A Kenneth Cole Production,  size 9.

If they are the wrong size or nobody who commented on my post yesterday wants them, I’d be happy to give them to another reader.

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  1. Marsi
    July 30th, 2009 at 10:31 | #1
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    Good decision. It makes me realize I ought to go through my closet (again) asking myself the same question. I am a size 7, so I will have to pass.

  2. Jackie
    July 30th, 2009 at 11:48 | #2
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    I didn’t have a chance to comment yesterday. It would have been close, but I think I would have also selected the stillettos.

    This morning I got dressed and with my black/white/pink dress I realized that I need black sandals to go with it, by caramel colour ones just don’t go! And I’m either a 9 or 10 depending upon the shoe itself. So can I enter this draw?

    Thanks.

  3. Cherie
    July 30th, 2009 at 11:59 | #3
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    I would love to have the shoes, size 9 is perfect for me and they would be a great addition to my streamlined wardrobe. If I can offer, I don’t mind covering the cost of shipping. Thanks, Cherie

  4. Kristi
    July 30th, 2009 at 12:12 | #4
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    Thanks for your interest Cherie. I’ll email you in a sec and you can send me your address.
    I wish I had two pairs so I could send these to you too Jackie!!!
    Thanks again to everyone.
    K

  5. Stephanie
    July 30th, 2009 at 17:55 | #5
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    I love how you are brutally honest about your wardrobe and what you wear. Your ability to edit is inspiring!

  6. Liz
    July 30th, 2009 at 23:39 | #6
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    I love those shoes and I also wear a size 9!

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