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Moms & Mules: Styling the Unofficial Shoe of Motherhood

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Moms & Mules: Styling the Unofficial Shoe of Motherhood

March 18, 2022

When it comes to navigating life’s many complexities—and somehow making it seem effortless—there’s perhaps no one we trust more than a mother. So, when we wanted an expert take on styling our most versatile shoe (hint: it’s the Mule), it was only natural that we turn to those who’ve mastered the balance between unrelenting style and nonnegotiable comfort: Kate Watters, our Chief Merchandising and Planning Officer, creatives and Jenni Kayne Ambassadors Megan Karp and Alicia Lund, and Jenni herself. For more on styling all stages of motherhood, doing it all, and the do-it-all Mules they always have underfoot, keep reading.

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Moms & Mules: Styling the Unofficial Shoe of Motherhood

Megan Karp

What do you love most about your Jenni Kayne Mules?

“Honestly? I love not having to think about what goes on my feet—they work with anything in my closet. They’re so practical and polished all at once.”

Describe your Mules in 3-5 words. 

“Effortless, elevated, timeless, transitional.” 

Motherhood calls for versatile and comfortable footwear. How do your Mules play into this as a mom-to-be?

“As a mom-to-be, I adore beauty and luxury, but in a more approachable way—the aim is to feel elevated and refined, but in a way that works for an on-the-go, casual lifestyle. Jenni Kayne mules master that dynamic with quality materials and sleek structure, yet simple design that will carry me through all outfits and seasons of motherhood.”

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Jenni Kayne

What do you love most about your Jenni Kayne Mules?

“I think they’re the ultimate flat that you can pair with anything in your wardrobe, no matter the season. They complete any outfit instantly and are a true uniform essential.” 

Describe your Mules in 3-5 words. 

“Modern, classic, chic, simple, perfect.” 

What’s your favorite way to style your Mules?

“I like to keep it simple with just jeans and a shirt!”

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Alicia Lund

What do you love most about your Jenni Kayne Mules?  

“I live in my Mules as they’re so easy for a mom-on-the-go to just slip on as you head out for our neighborhood walk.”

What’s your favorite way to style your Mules? 

“I like pairing mine with jeans and a fisherman knit or trench coat.”

Motherhood calls for versatile and comfortable footwear. How do your Mules play into this? “They’re super versatile and comfy and make getting dressed in the mornings so easy, which I’m all about.”

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Kate Watters

What’s your favorite way to style your Mules? 

“I am a high-waisted jeans and t-shirt kind of girl, and Mules are the perfect way to elevate my uniform.”

How do you feel when you’re in your Mules? 

“I feel polished and confident when I’m in my Mules!”

Motherhood calls for versatile and comfortable footwear. How do your Mules play into this? 

“Being a first-time mom,  I am never sure what to expect next with pregnancy. I am so thankful mules are already integral in my wardrobe because I can continue wearing them daily to look put together while staying totally comfortable.”

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Photos by Alicia Lund Megan Karp Kate Watters Angi Welsch