No, this has not turned into shoeblogforlosers.com. I am simply following through on a promise to review Kim Kardashian’s shoe styling website, services and product. For those of you unaware, Kim started a website where you pay 30 some bucks a month, you tell her that you like roses and raindrops and looking like Nicole Richie and she and her gay friends send you shoes that they think you’ll like. Here was the process for real.
I joined. Wohoo! You do have to give Kim your credit card info up front but she promises not to buy calendars of herself with your money. You then answer a questionnaire about what shoes you like, celebs you like and overall style. This was my fave part because I like stuff about me. The agreement with Kim is this: Every month she sends you 5 pictures of shoes that her and her lame-o stylist friends (i.e. a computer application) pick out. If you like one, great, you get them. If you hate them you can either click ‘no thanks not this month’ and pay nothing OR select a 2nd set of 5 shoes to choose from. So here is what happened.
I am not patient. I waited and waited and waited for my pictures of my 5 shoes. It took like 3 days. I got them. I hate them. Not only do I hate them, they are all sandals. Like FLIP FLOPS. I was all “oh no you didn’t Kim”. So not ready to give up, I select, “send me 5 new shoes”. With that you fill out a new little questionnaire about where they f’d up. This is what I said word for word.
“Excuse me Kim. Hi. I live in Philadelphia. It’s November. NOVEMBER. No flip flops. How about some boots or pumps in a nice suede. Thanks.”
From there I waited, and waited. They SAY this part takes so long because the stylists review each entry one by one. Please. Anyway, I will say, the next round they got it right. I had 5 really good choices and tada, I chose these! Let’s get these bad boys shipped. So at this point you are charged and your shoes are on the way to keep forever and ever.
Ship time. I waited and waited again. By now, this whole process has taken about 1 full month. NOT fast. I thought Kim knew a thing or two about fast and easy but I guess not.
-3 points
They arrive! Ok you know this is one of my pet peeves. HUSBAND SHIPPING SHOWCASE. Don’t these retailers know this is a cardinal sin of shipping? We don’t want the husbands to see it! PS welcome to my closet.
-5 points
Ok, let’s open this bad boy up. Ok pink. I like pink. I like purple. Oooh a shoe bag, nice touch. What’s that you say? A FREE gift? Ok I’ll take it. It’s one of those purse hangy things for the table. Eh, ok maybe. Merchandising and packaging, you got me.
+ 4 points
Ok let’s examine these bitches. Looks good. Suede is nice, stitching looks solid. So far so hot. Presentation +5
Time to leave the closet and go to where all the fashion magic happens. The bathroom. Yes that’s right we can afford shoes and sparkle clothes, but not full length mirrors in the MODG house. Not only will we be in the bathroom, we’ll be on the toilet.
Try and focus on the shoes and not the old hairspray and toilet brush. So, one thing we can all agree on is that I’m an excellent shoe model. Look at those angles? You also can get a glimpse of my rolled up PJ pants. Hot. So I really do like the shoes. They are interesting, comfortable, sturdy and a good heel height for all 5’2” of me. Let’s try something else…Hold your f-ing hats.
Is that a JCrew foot model? Here is my inspiration. No it’s just awesome me on a toilet in socks. But in an ode to Jcrew, I did it. No they aren’t gym socks. They are thin and spandexy and you know what? I kind of like it. Am I blowing your mind right now? I’m thinking little skirt and blazer.
Versatility + 3
So here they are. A new friend to my other children. Now I know they are no Loubs, but for trendy stupid shoes? Perfect. I heart them. But I will say that I just got my shoe pick again for December and I’m NOT pleased. I asked for 5 new choices. We’ll see how that goes.
But overall, we ended up with like a million positive points. (I don’t do math) so I would say, success!
Hi I’m MODG. But you can call me MODG. You say it like Modg, like a Grandma name. Not like M.O.D.G. That’s a lot of syllables and I don’t have that kind of time. 
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Girl, I am loving those shoes!
I am loving them with the socks too, reminds me of Dorothy in Wizard of Oz. Like a really sexy dominatrix like Dorothy.
You crack me up…Kim is fast and easy that's for sure!
Oh I soo enjoyed your post!.
Your shoes are sexy and i love them.
The toilet pics are too funny!
I don't hate them. I want to see next month's before I can commit.
P. S. Heels with socks makes you look like a 'tard.
I don't think I could pull off those shoes, but, you make one heck of a shoe model–I think that's your true calling in life. And they look fabulous on you!
you make me want to join. 30/month= 12 new pairs of shoes for me and 360.00 for the year spent on footwear. sounds dangerous for my wallet and my overstuffed closet.
speaking of dangerous- i would have broken my neck trying to stand on my toilet in heels- so you get a million points for being all balance-y. are you a ballerina?
That was epic. Glad to hear it somewhat worked out. Have you worn those bad boys around town yet? I'm still curious about the comfort level. And the toilet sesh…priceless!
Did your husband know you were modeling footwear on the toilet and taking pictures?
I have to do stuff like that on the DL or he will make me get a day job.
I like the shoes.
I do like the shoes…and you say no matter which pair you get it is only $30 a month?? That seems to be a fabulous deal…I mean, $30 for shoes that look like THAT…heck yeah!! What a deal! The time waiting is no bueno, but nice shoes!
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Love it… and the toilet shot is sooo priceless lol
Are you going to be mad when I tell you I was waiting for the picture of you crashing down to the floor?
Love the shoes!! oh to be young again!!
Being a total shoe ho myself, I was tempted to join when I heard about it a few months ago, but I wondered about the quality of the shoes. Let us know how they wear. Even at $30 I don't want some piece o' crap that's going to fall apart. And yes, you have rockin' ankles.
The only time I didn't have to take shoe shots on the toilet was when I had a roommate in college who cared enough to buy a full length mirror. When we went our separate ways I went back to toilet shots.
I don't care enough.
The lag time sucks on the orders and everything but I'm sold on the presentation and 30 dollars for fun shoes! Let us know how comfortable they are!
Yeah, let us know how these shoes treat your little toesies. I'd be skeptical of $30 shoes that look all trendy & designerish.
Amazing shoes and thanks for checking into it for us. I may steal some of your insight, love you lots.
So, those are really cute…$30? I looked at the site but was scared there was some kind of hidden agenda and like the Disney movie club would be getting shoes until I die and paying for them because there was no way to cancel. Any hidden stuff??
Love your J. Crew modeling attempts w/ the socks…very cute shoes!
God is there anything you're not fabulous at? I mean, who the hell is able to stand on the toilet in 4 inch heels, taking pictures?
I covet your shoe closet.
1. Have you researched to find out how much the shoes would have cost if you hadn't got them from Kim?
2. Do a lot of people have mirrors by the toilet? I personally don't want to see that!
3. I use a dining room chair in front of the mirror by the sink.
4. Your shoes and socks combo is way cuter than the pink happening on that jcrew page.
This is a very revealing post.
It revealed your obsession with shoes.
This is not an obsession I fully share, but it is amazing and somewhat fun to read about!
Super cute!!!!! I love them!
Those are really cute! You did good and so did Kim's minions.
Wow, I'm kind of impressed. Although I'm impatient so I would have given up if I hadn't gotten my results back in like 12 minutes. And how many pairs of running shoes does one girl need anyway?
SOLD!!!
WHere is my credit card??
The shoes are hot! And I love them with the socks too! Maybe I will give this a try myself!
You live in Philly? I was JUST there visiting S. Nice city. Cold. No flip flops.
I don't think I would have had faith in that website – but apparently – you got your shoes
Love the toilet shots!
awesome review! thanks for sharing
I love sandals, myself; but then again, I grew up on hot states. I can't believe they shipped them in a talltale box. booo!
I always hide mine in the trunk of my vehicle till Hubby is out of sight; then, I sneak them inside the house.
sometimes, he'll see them and ask: “Where did these come from? How much did it cost me?”
I'll say: “Oh please! I've had these for a very long time. Don't you remember I wore them that one time…”
And him not wanting to admit that once again, he doesn't remember something important to me, will agree. The end.
(I love my forgetful husband)
Shoes are awesome, though. Not my first pick, but they're great.
At first I didn't like em, but once you got em on they look great!
Yeah, also? If I was on the toilet like that? I'd a)break the seat b)fall on my ass and c)have to call 911 to come rescue my fat, toilet water wet, ruined shoes ass.
I like the Kardashians. I'm totally Kourtney minus being knocked up. Anyways. Love the shoes and the socks. You're a fashion blogger.
I want to interview you. Thoughts? Don't say no, because I kind of rule my side of the blogosphere.
I saw this totally going somewhere else in my mind. Nice legs though.
I WANT THOSE NOW!!!!!!!!
I was unsure of them at first but your show modeling totally sold it for me!!
*I meant shoe
While I appreciate the entertainment value of the toilet I am more concerned with you wearing those heels on top of a toilet seat. Please for Gods sake before you slip and break your neck go to Wal-Mart and get a college mirror to hang on the back of a door somewhere in your house.
Thanks,
Management
They are cute. I don't know if I'm patient enough to go through the whole return process. Please update us on the comfort factor.
LOVED the review. Great job. Thanks so much. But 2 questions;
a) what price point we talkin' about on Kim's choices?
b) where do I send my donation for you to get a full length mirror? Don't know if I can take the toilet and all that beige again next month.
*wink*
I was hysterically laughing reading this and looking at the toilet pic shoe model. I don't have the patience for crappy customer service and wait times, but you had me *thisclose* to taking a look.
I have Fred Flintstone feet, so shoes don't mean fuck all to me. You'd be horrified by the shoe “collection” in my closet. There's a post idea. You fly to Northwest Arkansas, and I will bring you back to my house. If you do not pass out from the horror when you see my shoes, you win the challenge and advance to the next round- my pitiful purses.
And yes, rock those with the socks! I would, if my feet weren't fugly.
I don't stand on the toilet… I stand on the edge of my bathtub! hahaha!
Those shoes are super cute. I love them even more with spandexy socks on a toilet.
You know what would make those shoes even hotter? If they were shoved up that Kardashian ass. Man, she is super annoying…
but killer shoes.
Love your blog, by the way. You're hysterical!
I LOVE the shoes. I dont think I could pull them off, but they look amazingly sexy on you!! Toilet and all…YOU wear those shoes well!!!
HOT! But am leaning toward no socks. However, I am old, so what do I know? Maybe that is what you kids are wearing these days?
Plus one million for the shoes overall. Another million for the pink bag. And then another million for the toilet standing pose. Nice work! So, we are at … er … 76 million?
Whatever, math is lame. Overall, big thumbs up.
I really like those!!
What a neat idea she has although I think it could use a bit of fine tuning. You did end up with some beauties though! Loved them and the modeling job!
Husband shipping showcase! I love how you put names to things that I didn't even realize were “issues” for me. But hell yeah, it bugs me when my mail-order stuff comes wrapped in a billboard. If men can have their discrete brown paper packages, why can't we have ours? Luv,luv,luv the shoe modelling. You totally rocked it! – G
Oh and BTW, my first thought when I read your post title was “Why? Did Kim Kardashian pee on the toilet seat?” I'm odd, I know.- G
I have the exact same pair.
For research purposes only.
Never has a toilet looked so high fashion.
HA, those shoes are awesome. Sadly, I cannot see a mirror from my toilet I can only see the shower.
The toilet platform is possibly the funniest thing I've ever seen. JCrew totally needs to hire you!
YOU are on my Blog Roll my friend.
Ha. This post cracked me up… especially because I do the same thing. The only way I can get a full length view of myself is standing on the toilet…
one of these days I'm going to fall off and crack my head open on the tub and die and they'll have to say in my obituary that I died from checking myself out.
Whatevs, I'm okay with that.
Me to shoes: Hello, Lovelies.
Love them.
And?
Love the socks w/them. Why? Don't know. I just do.
They say everythings better the second time around.
Except beatings I guess. I don't think that'd get better. Especially if you were in hospital recovering from your last beating.
How did I get from shoes to violence. Because I'm a man. And shoes make me angry.
This MIGHT be my favorite blog entry yet…although I did love the nanny saga too. I was laughing out loud at my desk over this one though. Thanks for starting my day off right!
I do like them…very cute. However, Kim Kardashian seems to have waaaay too many bussiness ventures. It disturbs me.
For $30 a month, I'll send you shoes. What? I'll soon have a baby to feed…
Forgot to tellyou when I read this- best blog post title EVAH!
I would never like those shoes in a display window. but you make them look fab
Really? They were comfortable???
Tell me the truth…could you wear them all day?
I may have to give Kim a second chance, just like Reggie.
I am kind of in love with those shoes.
And I completely agree that anything ordered online should NOT come in a box identifiable by husbands. I've considered ordering with a fake name before, just to throw mine off track. Because nothing sets off a lecture about my spending (saving for baby, pffftt…) like a Sephora box. Ugh.
I don't think I like Kim Kardashian, but the shoe business sounds interesting. I want more updates. And photos of you atop a toilet. What?
Yes a monthly post would be great. I want to see the other choices too…
Do they have a site like that for purses, now thats for me
wasn't so sure about those shoes from the picture of them…but seeing them on you—wonderful!
I like it!
ok, the shoes are H-O-T, but Kim Kardashian makes me want to throw up and then hurt someone (her) and therefore, I can't participate.
It just isn't safe for her or my esophagus.
I'll have to settle for Nordstrom.
Love the shoes! What an experience, lol and adore the foot modeling, haha.
So now what? You wear a bunch of times and then send back? And process starts all over again? Or are they yours for good?
I'm not a fan of shoes like that, but I absolutely love those!
I love those shoes. I enjoyed your review and you totally rock the whole toilet seat shoe model. Even radiates awesome with socks.
My problem is, as a single mom, there just isnt room in my budget for Kim Kardashian shoes. I mean, I only get 1 pair of Jessica Simpson shoes a year, and that's with my mambo tax refund.
So is there some payless shoe whore I for us poor house broke working moms with ex husbands who don't comprehend that raising his children is not a cheap job and therefore means he doesn't have to pay child support?
Thanks.
Shoes = super cute…I wouldn't wear them but thats just me, they're still super cute and look awesome on you.
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