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  • Enjoy the beautifully crafted retro Kai sneaker from Børn®.
  • Suede, nubuck or metallic leather upper done in rich saturated colors and soft neutrals.
  • Breathable fabric sock lining wicks away moisture to keep your feet dry and fresh.
  • Lightly padded footbed with plastic shank provides cushioning and support for all-day comfort.
  • Lightweight rubber outsole offers increased durability and traction.
  • Opanka hand-sewn construction provides flexibility and long-lasting wear.
  • Imported.
  • Weight: 12 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 8. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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79% "Felt true to size" 92% "Felt true to width" 66% "Moderate arch support"
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    Born Kai Reviews

    2 people found this review helpful  

    January 27, 2011

    Anonymous

     

    They're going back! I like the look and feel of these, but when I walked on a hard surface there was a hard, plastic-y feeling to the soles. It seems like the fancy Born wording on the bottom is made of cheap, hard plastic, and it sticks out further than the rest of the sole and actually clacks on the floor. Not worth the money!

    Overall Rated:2 stars!

    Comfort Rated:2 stars!

    Style Rated:2 stars!

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    February 21, 2011

    Meryl B

    from Omaha, Ne.

    I love these shoes. They are so comfortable. The color is a happy spring day. The men in my life even notice them.

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    February 23, 2011

    Anonymous

    from Central Oregon

    This shoe almost says "fun" right out loud when you remove it from the box. The cool footbed lining has bright multi colored little fruits on it, as example, and then there is that unique "Born Script" design on the sole. Which may also be a drawback of the shoe - I wore them to walk up and down the hardwood in my hallway and agree with the reviewer who found these made a tapping sound, since that design sits just a little proud of the rest of the sole. But I have a gait problem due to MS, so maybe that tapping would not be audible for others with normal gait. As for fit, I am an 8 1/2 to 9 shoe size, and these fit nicely in the 40 Euro with more room than I expected in the toe box for my square toes; a nice surprise. These aren't shoes I'd choose to wear for hours at a time - given I need more arch support for standing stability - but for shorter wear, they should work well. I ordered the nude color and it's a great neutral. But these are so darned fun, I wish I was bold enough to have ordered one of the great colors!

    Brands I'd also recommend: Ecco

    Overall Rated:4 stars!

    Comfort Rated:4 stars!

    Style Rated:4 stars!

     

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    2 people found this review helpful  

    March 17, 2011

    Anonymous

    from Woodstock, IL

    This shoe looks just like the photo and is so comfortable. I have a wide foot and it's a perfect fit!

    Brands I'd also recommend: Clark

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    March 21, 2011

    P. R

    from Wichita, KS

    I have this shoe in Nude and plan to buy the green color next. They are immensely comfortable. I put two coats of a weather protector on them. I've worn them 3 times and so far no problems keeping them clean. Love them! :)

    Brands I'd also recommend: Camper, Keen

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

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    About Born

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    Børn® is a leading manufacturer of genuinely superior comfort footwear for men, women, and children. The line was created to fill a void in the footwear industry during a time when consumers demanded comfort, but had to sacrifice style in order to get it. The goal of Børn footwear is to continue to focus on offering customers everywhere a brand that first and foremost provides comfort, but is also fashionable and fun to wear.

    Why are Børn shoes so comfortable? By using the art of "Opanka" hand-sewn construction combined with the finest quality materials, Børn is able to craft shoes that are durable, lightweight and flexible, allowing the wearer to walk as if barefoot. In addition, soft supple leathers and shock-absorbing foam ensure the foot is wrapped in comfort.

    Børn shoes have been sold in premier retail stores since 1995 and their appeal to a variety of lifestyles continues to attract customers old and new. They offer a wide selection to men and women of style who have a young, free-spirited attitude about their footwear and lifestyle. Børn shoes are "Works of Art" worn by all age groups, and their styles are as versatile as their customer base is diverse.

    Additional Born Kai Reviews

    1 person found this review helpful  

    March 23, 2011

    Anonymous

     

    Love my Kais! Perfect for traveling - comfortable for walking. They are made of soft leather, so they will stretch to comfort immediately. I treated mine with a water-repellent spray for leather.

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    April 24, 2011

    Teri

    from Tulsa, Ok.

    What excellent service one gets with Zappos. I received my order in a couple days. I love my shoes and wear them a lot as they are so comfortable and have excellent arch support. I definitely will order again.

    Brands I'd also recommend: I love born shoes.

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    May 2, 2011

    Anonymous

    from Boston, MA

    This shoe is extrememly comfortable. It does not rub the back of my heel and it does not crush my little toe. It feels best when worn with a thin sock but feels ok without socks.

    Brands I'd also recommend: Alegria

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    May 2, 2011

    Anonymous

    from Boston, MA

    I highly recommend these sneakers. They are super-comfortable right out of the box. I wish they came in more (better) colors; I'd buy an additional pair.

    Brands I'd also recommend: Keds, Keen

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    May 4, 2011

    Marilyn M

    from Seattle, WA

    Comfortable from minute 1. These cute and stylish sneakers are fabulously comfortable. Ordinarily I have to break sneakers in for a day or two to get rid of any hot spots. These were comfortable from the first minute. My new favorite shoes!

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    May 5, 2011

    Linda B

    from Alaska, Arizona

    Love the look...kind of retro. My all-time fav tennies were canvas. The suede is even better.

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

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    2 people found this review helpful  

    May 10, 2011

    DS

    from NYC

    I have been wearing these since I got them. Very comfortable. I have to be at work on my feet all day and these shoes have been great. Very stylish, too. Love them. Buy them you will not regret.

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

    Was this review helpful? Yes

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    May 14, 2011

    Anonymous

     

    Great Born shoe. I've found Born shoes to be on the wide side, and this is no exception. Somewhat like an old fashioned tennis shoe, not alot of arch, which I like. Having bunions, it is difficult to find comfortable shoes, and this one fills the bill. Kinda' wished I had ordered it in the red color though.

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    May 18, 2011

    Anonymous

    from dutch harbor, alaska

    Great! Runs small so order a size up, (I wear an 8 but the 9 fits perfect) but super comfortable, soft and broken in. It looks good with jeans and highly recommended! And the super fast shipping is just a big plus on top of all of it! Wow!

    Brands I'd also recommend: rocket dog!

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

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    Felt a half size smaller than marked

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    May 18, 2011

    Delana H

    from Leitchfield, KY

    Wonderful shoe! Comfortable and goes with everything! Born brand shoes are so comfortable and well worth the money!

    Brands I'd also recommend: Naturalizer shoes

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

    Was this review helpful? Yes

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    Felt true to size

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    May 19, 2011

    Anonymous

    from

    Good-looking, comfortable, goes with many casual clothes. Ran 1/2 size too large for me, exchanged. Zappos is great, sent rapidly both times! I won't buy shoes from any other online company.

    Brands I'd also recommend: Rocket Dog

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

    Was this review helpful? Yes

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    Felt a half size larger than marked

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    June 3, 2011

    Linda B

    from Salt Lake City, UT

    I really like these shoes. The color is great and they are really comfortable. They fit well right out of the box. And I get tons of admiring comments from people every time I wear them. It's the color that attracts people. Don't buy them if you are shy about having total strangers compliment you about your shoes.

    Overall Rated:5 stars!

    Comfort Rated:5 stars!

    Style Rated:5 stars!

     

    Was this review helpful? Yes

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    Felt true to size

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    June 6, 2011

    Anonymous

    from San Diego

    Loved the color., but had to send back sizes 6 and 7. The 6 was narrow for my slightly wide foot. The big toe hit the side of the shoe. The 7 was huge and looked like a boat. The leather is very thin, this shoe seemed a little flimsy.

    Brands I'd also recommend: Romika, Naot, El Naturalista

    Overall Rated:3 stars!

    Comfort Rated:3 stars!

    Style Rated:3 stars!

     

    Was this review helpful? Yes

    Fit Rating

    Felt a full size larger than marked

     

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    June 7, 2011

    Anonymous

    from Northeastern CT

    Nice comfy shoe, super soft leather, but it made my foot look like a gun boat! Had to return, so sad, the color is wonderful!

    Overall Rated:4 stars!

    Comfort Rated:4 stars!

    Style Rated:4 stars!

     

    Was this review helpful? Yes

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    1 person found this review helpful  

    June 11, 2011

    Anonymous

    from Clinton, New Jersey

    From an appearance standpoint, I absolutely love this sneaker. The turquoise is so striking, and I have tops that would go great with them. My only concern is that I have relatively narrow heels and ankles, and this sneaker doesn't feel as snug as I would like. Uggs Evera fits me more comfortably. But I may still have to hold onto these sneakers because they're just so darn cute!

    Brands I'd also recommend: Uggs Evera

    Overall Rated:4 stars!

    Comfort Rated:4 stars!

    Style Rated:4 stars!

     

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