REVIEW/GIVEAWAY: See Kai Run

I love love love shoes. Especially shoes for me... and shoes for C-Bug. Before he was even here, he had more shoes than I did. And he's had better brands! (For the most part... I DO have a Coach shoe obsession. My hubby has learned to buy me a pair at each major holiday, hehe.) He has little Puma sneaks (like Daddy!), converse, nikes, and more! His latest pair, by See Kai Runs line "Smaller", are my current FAVE!
There are three lines of See Kai Run shoes:

• Smaller, which is made for infants/toddlers 0-24 months
• See Kai Run, fitting 6 month through 3 years
• Eleven, made for those 3 years to 8 years

We received the "Jake" pair of sneakers from the See Kai Run line "Smaller". They seriously are one of the cutest pair of Boys Infant Shoes that I've EVER seen! I love that See Kai Run has a variety of boys shoes choices. They carry everything from brown little sandals to bowling style shoes to sneakers!
When I found out I was pregnant with a boy, I was a little disappointed at first. I wanted all the pink frilly items, to be able to walk into a store and 3/4 of it be pink. I've quickly learned that I put my foot in my mouth. It's business's like See Kai Run that make me see how close minded I was at first!

(Ok, I may have and LOVE my little man, but I'm allowed to drool over the girl stuff still!)

I'm very impressed with the quality of shoes that we received for Caden. He's worn them many times already and they still look brand new. (granted he's not walking unassisted, but he is rolling and walking assisted. Actually he spends alot of time close to or on the ground :) ) We received them in a size 9-12 months. I was actually a little worried when I ordered them because CBug is growing at an alarming rate. All of his size 2 shoes are now too small and I really wanted the "Jake" shoes to at least last through fall. So I tried them on him, with socks, as soon as I received them. PHEW, I'm safe for now, as he has alot of room to grow into them! Since they have a velcro strap across the top, he can even wear them now with the strap tight! Also, I HIGHLY recommend them for any child that has wide feet. I think you would be suprised at the width of Caden's feet if you saw them! Most of his shoes are really tight. (and SUPER hard to get on.) Not our See Kai Run's. They slide on and off with ease and do not fit tight across his feet at all. (My mother even commented on it!)(Caden in his "Jake" shoes, in our latest family picture!)

FROM THE SITE:

Why See Kai Run?

Healthy Fit

• Very flexible soles are healthy for developing feet.
• Wide opening and toe box accommodate even the chubbiest little feet.
• Velcro closure allows for adjustable fit and easy on and off.
• Leather lining is breathable and durable.
• Padded collar adds comfort and helps our shoes stay on little feet.

Quality Construction

• Leather used for our footwear meets the most stringent available U.S. and international guidelines.
• Sheepskin leather uppers are butter-soft and more durable by weight than cow leather used by many other brands.
• Durable construction and rubber sole stand up to heavy play indoors and out.

Urban Style

• Hip, urban styles in modern color palettes.
• Bold designs and detailing.
• Modern takes on classic styles.

  

I couldn't speak more HIGHLY of See Kai Run!
The styles are EXTREMELY cute,
the fit is wonderful,
and the quality great.

I'm so excited to announce
that that See Kai Run
has donated a pair of shoes
for one of my readers to win!
The winner may choose any ONE style of shoe
from the "See Kai Run" or "Smaller" line!

To Win:

~ you must fulfill the mandatory entry before additional entries!
~ you must leave each entry in a separate comment in order for them to count!
~ you must leave an email address that I can reach you at!
(entries not following these rules will be DELETED!)

~Mandatory Entry~
Answer the question:
What's YOUR favorite pair of shoes from the site?

~Additional Entries~

1 entry- Follow me! Let me know in a comment!
1 entry- Become a subscriber! Let me know here!
1 entry- Sign up for the See Kai Run newsletter on their homepage!
1 entry- Fan both See Kai Run and The First Time Around on Facebook... Let me know here!
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1 entry- Fave me on Technorati and let me know here! (found on left side column)
1 entry- Grab my Fluff Butt button and let me know where to find it!
1 entry- Follow The First Time Around on twitter and tweet the following (let me know that you did)(this can be done once a day!):

Win a pair of See Kai Run or Smaller shoes
from @1sttimearound
http://twurl.nl/jwgui3

5 entries- Blog about this giveaway, linking to See Kai Run and this giveaway. Leave me a comment with it's URL!
1 Entry~ per each of my other CURRENT giveaways that you enter! Must leave a comment here letting me know!

This giveaway will end on October 9th, 2009 at 11:59 pm. At that time I will choose a winner using random.org and let them know via email. Winner will have 48 hrs to respond before I choose a new winner using random.org.