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Q&A Request!

🕑 Added 2024-11-17 20:25:28 +0000 UTC

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Heather Burke

I'm so excited for this!

Heidi

I love the shoes and everything Christine McConnell, but I find it very stressful dealing with the anxiety over the “hopefully later this week or month” 😥😥😂😂😂😉

Christine M

Are there other collaborations you would like to do in the future?

Kris

Love the shoes. They are gorgeous!

Sophia Z

I ordered the Kathryn in Hazelnut.

Dawn Klemn-Thomson

Will they offer them in Wide Width?

Sarah Cortez

Love the shoes! Can't wait to order.

Leslie

Were there any amazing ideas that you had to scrap?

Noelle Nurmi

• What made you name the shoes after your family members? ( as in do you think each shoe represents the name you chose?) • What were the reasoning behind the color choices • What is your favorite detail on each design • “more to come soon” does this point at another collection😄 • How did you come up with the visuals for the collab? They are all stunning!

Miss MozzyDee

Not sure if this was asked, but will there be Wide options for the release?

Lauren Hitchings

Wondering whether these might work for people with wide feet! It looks like they are not available in a wide variety, but Is the material at all stretchy to accommodate different widths, or is it very rigid?

Jenevie Shoykhet

I would love to know the story of how this opportunity came your way. I love folks like Abby Cox and Bernadette Banner, and have a pair of beautiful boots made by American Duchess, so am totally awed that you get this collaboration. Congratulations!!! -Jenevie

Deborah Roseke

I pre-ordered the Mildred in Twilight. Couldn't resist the gorgeous design. I love that American Duchess offers discount for early orders. I can't wait for them to arrive in the spring 😍

Linda C.

Oops! pushed the wrong button. American Duchess sizes are a little different from other shoe companies.

Linda C.

I love American Duchess shoes. Don't forget to tell people to check the size chart on their website and measure their feet accordingly. The

Germaine

Love the colour! I didn't realise there was colour options too. Are you planning on making or do already have a outfits to go with you new shoe range?

Paola

The shoes are soo beautiful! How did you decide what kind of shoe styles you were going to design? Did you consider making boots? :)

Diana

Starting with the simple, what is the size range and width range. Are they available in Canada? What is the return policy if they don't fit? They look beautiful. Well done.

foxy

I am interested in everything around the material used.

Katherine

They look beautiful! When I see them one of the first questions that comes to mind is about the little points that are on them in the design. How do the points on the shoes feel to you comfort-wise or do you even feel them there?

Ophelia Darkly

Such a lovely collaboration- congratulations! ✨ I’m wondering how you balanced creating something that embraced your wildest shoe dreams, collaborating with another company, and paying homage to eras of the past? I’m also intrigued by how this experience changes the vision you have for creating shoes on your own? Lastly, since one of the shoes was named after your grandmother, can you tell us more about her and how she might have styled this shoe? Thanks!!

Melissa

I could think up millions of questions. I do have a question about your intro. You are in your California home on your bed stitching the scarecrow. I’m wonder about your walls. I think you painted them in that diamond pattern. Did you ad any method to your paint to make it appear aged? Or is it the dim lighting? Inquiring minds NEED to know.

Desiree Dunnihoo

Are these ethically and sustainably sources?

Sonya

I have a wide foot that makes wearing beautiful shoes almost imposable. When working with this brand was inclusive sizing talked about at all? I've always wondered how sizing works when making things for the public. My dream is to have my whole wardrobe custom made to fit me perfectly including shoes.

Julie Brooks

Is there any cushioning in the insole? I have a neuroma & have to have support in my shoes.

Suzanne Zorich-Feathers

What was it about the 30s & 40s eras that influenced your designs? ✨

Kimberly

Can you tell a little about how the shoes were made?

Kiki Reef

Did they approach you first? Where did the shoes get made? Did you get to visit the factory or place they were made? What was the process like working with American Dutchess?

Nicole

In the past you've mentioned doing a dress making tutorial as a video. Any possibility you'll do one in the near future with one of your shoes as inspiration? Silly side question-- who (living or dead) would you be most excited to see wearing a pair?

Sherrie Potgieter

In the past, you've said several times that you might make your own shoes from scratch..... well, Christine, you did it 😊 xoxo

Sam Gajdos

Can you compare the fit/sizing to another popular brand for reference please. Also I must say you are a true California girl at heart. I wish you had made something weather appropriate for colder/rainer climates too 😢

Shirin

They are just gorgeous! Just like you! 💗 love your style and vintage tastes!

Carlie Brashears

Are these made with human skin?

tamviolet

Your shoes would look beautiful on a dancer. I preordered the Kathryn Slingback Hazelnut Wand shoes and notice a suggestion to purchase waterproof/stain proof treatment spray. How best to care for your shoes?

Mina Murray

I know the three designs were inspired by historical styles. How did you decide which eras and styles would inform each one? How did the design change from original idea to manufactured shoe? What parameters did you have to work within? -- I see that the descriptions refer to "our Cuban heel" and similar. Did AD give you certain options?

Magdalena Mojica

I have a wide width foot. Would they accommodate the width of my foot? Is it made of real leather?

Monique Alhamad

Sorry none of my previous questions were shoe related… I was wondering who are some of your favorite fashion designers who you draw inspiration from? Who is your favorite shoe designer?

Monique Alhamad

Hi Christine! I would like to know if you have any equestrian background? Are you a horse lover? Also, what inspired you to become a vegan? I’m going to try it in January and I think it’s incredible that you’ve adjusted your baking to be vegan too.

Shelby

Did you have a specific person/character in mind when you were designing?

Luisa Katharina

1. Are you ever to be seen in sneakers or modern day shoes ? :D 2. Are the shoes based on a specific model (e.g. one that celebs used to wear etc.) 3. What historical period are the shoes but also your clothes generally inspired by (1800s, 50s, a bit of everything?) 4. Non shoe related question: any chance you’ll do a Ziegfeld inspired or themed project some day? (As in costumes, scenery, decor etc) Kind regards Lu

Virvada

I am very interested to know of the designs that didn’t make it to the final product, and what were the inspirations for these shoes’ shapes, colors, etc.?

Gretchen Maybelle

Would you recommend wearing stockings with the shoes?

Nathan Hittle

Bonus question: can my husband and I move in and hide in your beautiful home for the next four years? Promise we're quiet and polite — we're Midwestern! 😂❤️

Nathan Hittle

What was the general process for this? How much back-and-forth was there with American Duchess? Were there design elements you came to learn weren't possible for shoes? What did you learn in general? :)

Ashley

I feel like these came straight out of a designer witch catalog, good witch edition. Do you have sketches of clothing that would come out if that catalog, possibly matching these shoes? Like is this possibly the beginning of a complete clothing line, for you of course, I'm not saying for people to buy.

Racheal Jones

How did you choose the fabrics and colors? Where are the shoes actually made? I am just interested in the shoe design process since I have no idea what it entails start to finish. Congrats!

Lori Salvador

I wear 7 1/2 and have a little wider foot but depending on the shoe, I can wear medium width. Should I size up?

Christine Peterson

1. How are the preorders going? 2. How long will the shoes be available to purchase? I preordered a pair but want to wait until I get them to see how they fit to order another pair!

Honeybee Bailey

Do you get to keep the samples? Did this experience make you more or less excited to make shoes for yourself? If you did make an episode in creating shoes would you collaborate with American Duchess?

Ana Foster

How was the process of choosing the materials for the shoes? Is there any prospect of doing a second collection? Lots of luck!

Kimberly Hemberg

As an artist, I am interested in what inspires you, how you stay motivated, and the design process in your mind - how your creative ideas form and the logistics of manifesting them. That's a mouthful! In short, what makes you tick? And (there's more!) your energy and momentum. Things most creatives struggle with at some point. The agony and the ecstasy! What is in the mind of Christine McConnell?

Aunt Debbie Halloween

Her Grandmother passed away.

Tonya Moore

I love the elegant look of these, especially the Kathryn Slingbacks in Hazelnut Wand. Like many others, I need wide width. Will those eventually be made available? Alternately, I’m more a purse gal. Any possibility of a purse collab? Good timing with Christmas coming!

Melissa

I am so excited for you and this collaboration! 1. Will you be doing more sewing tutorials? I think you said once that you make a lot of your own dresses. I would love to see your process, where you take inspiration from and tips for tackling projects that may seem overwhelming. 2. Any thoughts on making your Cameo svg files available for Patreon members that have Cameo or Cricut machines? I think that would be amazing! I, for one would absolutely faint!

Whitney Haddad

Going over sizing as I have never ordered American Duchess shoes before. I tend to be a 6.5 in heels and 7 in flats and boots. Trying to decide which way to go would be helpful!

Melissa

I love that style too! I’ve been trying to incorporate more elegant gothic style into my wardrobe and can’t do it as well as she can! I want her to be my stylist lol

Cassie

Are they comfy? Do any of the sharp edges dig? I absolutely love them, but shattered my foot earlier this year and comfy is pretty much critical! And is this limited time?

Sima Salek

I would like to know about sizing. They are lovely but look like they are only made for narrow feet.

Sonja Tompkins

Can they make wide width?

Rachael

I’d love to see photos of your mother and grandmother dressed in their best personal styles since I know the other two shoes are named after/inspired by them ❤️

Heather Watkins

Excited about this collaboration. Interested to know what inspired it? Where are these shoes made? I’m also interested on the design process and color choices, how they came to be? Choice of design names, is there a back story? I realize one is referred to as Christine but what out the other 2 designs? How is the pre-order going? Any plans for additional designs for the collection in the future?

LydiaThimble

In the first episode of "From the Mind of Christine McConnell" you said you might possibly make your own shoes from scratch. Did you reach that goal in a way now? Are you still planning on making shoes yourself and what did you learn about the process through the collaboration? Love the designs, cannot wait to see them in real life. ✨️

Brandy Byhoffer

How did this collaboration come to be? Did they approach you? You don’t collab with other creators often, what spoke to you about this one?

Emy AUBIN

Hello Christine! Congratulations for this thrilling collab. Will there be a special note in the box if we mention we're a Patreon? Love from France 🇫🇷 ❤️

Ellinor Flood

Did American Duchess approach you or did you approach them?

Rachael

Do you have any favourite shoe stories? A favourite pair, childhood memory, a secret love affair with crocs etc 🤭

Ellinor Flood

I see bats in the design. Is that intentional?

Cat Lin

Did you reference the designs of popular vintage shoes? I know American Duchess references shoes that already exist sometimes.

Cat Lin

Do you collect a certain type of shoe? Ex flats or sling backs

Cat Lin

What time period were you pulling from in your designs? I'm reminded of the 1940s.

Brooke Nankin

As a bunion girlie, I took the risk with the Katheryns. Hoping they accommodate my "bump"! 😅

Cordelia

1) What was the inspiration for your designs? 2) From this experience, will you want to do more collaborations in the future? 3)What other companies would you wish to do collaborations with? 4) Was there a process from prototype to the final design?

Brooke Nankin

Would you ever do a wardrobe tour? I would love to see your vintage clothing and accessories collection and the stories behind some of your most treasured pieces.

Ansu

Congratulations on the collaboration! Everything looks fabulous! ☺️ I have admired your work for years (found you on Reddit when you posted stuff there). but unfortunately, I can't buy shoes, as my feet are stupid. Do you have any plans to make other merch? 🥰

Kaitlyn

What was the design process like? We're there some close favorites you had that didn't get made?

Melissa

Would you consider making your own shoes from scratch in a future video? Perhaps with a design concept that didn’t end up being utilized in this collaboration?

Charlotte du Plessis

Hi as an aside could you show us your wardrobe, where the shoes live 😀 I remember you talking about the cool system you had for your clothes.

Brianna Lea Wade

Do you have any advice or tips for people who dress in vintage or gothic style without breaking the bank?

Chelsea Ashworth

Please discuss the level of arch support present. Those with flat feet need to know! I’d also like to know about the traction on the bottom of the shoes.

Liam O'Brien

How did you get your show on Netflix? Did you pitch it or did someone approach you?

Kurtis Wayne Cable

Congratulations on the collaboration 🫶🏽✨ Do you think you’d be likely to consider designing anything for the guys? x

Brooke Nankin

I'm still curious if the voodoo doll competition entrants will be receiving a gift as mentioned in the original livestream where you showcased many of the dolls? 😊 I've since moved house so the home address I had listed on my parcel is now outdated. I tried messaging you on Instagram to let you know my ig handle as instructed in said livestream but unfortunately never recieved a response 😅

Dennis

Love that picture with professor poof, you look like a super villain. Brilliant!

Rana Boustany

Hello Christine! Would love to see your preliminary sketches and how you developed the ideas of the shoe designs till their final end product, if possible and convenient of course!