Kenneth Cole
@kennethcolereal.bsky.social
I’m a NY fashion designer. Designing is what I love & do, but it’s not who I am.
Mental Health Coalition Founder,
UNAIDS Ambassador,
GirlDad & husband
Mental Health Coalition Founder,
UNAIDS Ambassador,
GirlDad & husband
Reposted by Kenneth Cole
A MAN WITH SOLE: THE IMPACT OF KENNETH COLE opens tomorrow! Be here opening night for post-screening Q&A with global fashion icon and activist @kennethcolereal.bsky.social + director Dori Berinstein.
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Friday, June 13 at 7:15 p.m.: Post-screening Q&A with Kenneth Cole and director Dori Berinstein With heart & ’sole’ and unflinching determination, global fashion icon and activist Kenneth Cole has put...
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June 12, 2025 at 7:15 PM
A MAN WITH SOLE: THE IMPACT OF KENNETH COLE opens tomorrow! Be here opening night for post-screening Q&A with global fashion icon and activist @kennethcolereal.bsky.social + director Dori Berinstein.
“When social media posts from the president are aimed at Harvard—because apparently he’s taking a short break from the serious business of maligning Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift.”
(Line from @nytimes editorial. Yes, really.) #CommanderInBeef
(Line from @nytimes editorial. Yes, really.) #CommanderInBeef
May 27, 2025 at 1:56 AM
“When social media posts from the president are aimed at Harvard—because apparently he’s taking a short break from the serious business of maligning Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift.”
(Line from @nytimes editorial. Yes, really.) #CommanderInBeef
(Line from @nytimes editorial. Yes, really.) #CommanderInBeef
Another day in the life of:
(Picking up theater tickets at a box office)
TICKET AGENT:
Is your name really Kenneth Cole?
ME: It is.
TICKET AGENT:
I used to wear his stuff when I was cooler.
ME: So did I.
TICKET AGENT:
Is he still alive?
ME: I believe so.
(Picking up theater tickets at a box office)
TICKET AGENT:
Is your name really Kenneth Cole?
ME: It is.
TICKET AGENT:
I used to wear his stuff when I was cooler.
ME: So did I.
TICKET AGENT:
Is he still alive?
ME: I believe so.
May 19, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Another day in the life of:
(Picking up theater tickets at a box office)
TICKET AGENT:
Is your name really Kenneth Cole?
ME: It is.
TICKET AGENT:
I used to wear his stuff when I was cooler.
ME: So did I.
TICKET AGENT:
Is he still alive?
ME: I believe so.
(Picking up theater tickets at a box office)
TICKET AGENT:
Is your name really Kenneth Cole?
ME: It is.
TICKET AGENT:
I used to wear his stuff when I was cooler.
ME: So did I.
TICKET AGENT:
Is he still alive?
ME: I believe so.
Decades of acclaim. Beloved by millions… with an Oscar, a Tony, Golden Globe, & countless Grammys…
But true validation finally comes for Bruce from the ultimate connoisseur, music critic, and wannabe “Boss”…on Truth Social…
But true validation finally comes for Bruce from the ultimate connoisseur, music critic, and wannabe “Boss”…on Truth Social…
May 16, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Decades of acclaim. Beloved by millions… with an Oscar, a Tony, Golden Globe, & countless Grammys…
But true validation finally comes for Bruce from the ultimate connoisseur, music critic, and wannabe “Boss”…on Truth Social…
But true validation finally comes for Bruce from the ultimate connoisseur, music critic, and wannabe “Boss”…on Truth Social…
Thinking about my mother and Sending wishes to all the moms who raised us, rescued us, inspired us, loved and tolerated us—in heels. thank you.
#HappyMothersDay #Gratitude
#HappyMothersDay #Gratitude
May 11, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Thinking about my mother and Sending wishes to all the moms who raised us, rescued us, inspired us, loved and tolerated us—in heels. thank you.
#HappyMothersDay #Gratitude
#HappyMothersDay #Gratitude
If you’re reading this, and I have any followers left, I guess our democracy is still technically functioning?
April 25, 2025 at 7:53 PM
If you’re reading this, and I have any followers left, I guess our democracy is still technically functioning?
Reflecting on all I ate last week, between Passover & Easter, and happy to report that my socks still fit.
April 21, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Reflecting on all I ate last week, between Passover & Easter, and happy to report that my socks still fit.
Almost 15 yrs later… so much that we took for granted, we don’t today. (1 step forward 10 back).
Paying Taxes is apparently the only privilege we can rely upon. #TaxDay
Paying Taxes is apparently the only privilege we can rely upon. #TaxDay
April 14, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Almost 15 yrs later… so much that we took for granted, we don’t today. (1 step forward 10 back).
Paying Taxes is apparently the only privilege we can rely upon. #TaxDay
Paying Taxes is apparently the only privilege we can rely upon. #TaxDay
Thinking outside the box is harder when you’re in one… #iftheshoefits #anoriginalKen
April 10, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Thinking outside the box is harder when you’re in one… #iftheshoefits #anoriginalKen
Words of wisdom
March 29, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Words of wisdom
There’s been rumors about an (unnamed) designer becoming another year older today.
I’ve reached out for comment:
“No birthday this year. Not feeling it.”
Aging—postponed until further notice. #FalseAlarm
I’ve reached out for comment:
“No birthday this year. Not feeling it.”
Aging—postponed until further notice. #FalseAlarm
March 23, 2025 at 12:56 PM
There’s been rumors about an (unnamed) designer becoming another year older today.
I’ve reached out for comment:
“No birthday this year. Not feeling it.”
Aging—postponed until further notice. #FalseAlarm
I’ve reached out for comment:
“No birthday this year. Not feeling it.”
Aging—postponed until further notice. #FalseAlarm
Goal for today; Expect nothing & appreciate everything.
March 13, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Goal for today; Expect nothing & appreciate everything.
A reminder this Women’s History Month. #iftheshoefits
March 11, 2025 at 9:55 PM
A reminder this Women’s History Month. #iftheshoefits
Preparing for another traumatic & nonsensical week.
Wishing all a Fuckin great nights sleep.
We’ll need it…
Wishing all a Fuckin great nights sleep.
We’ll need it…
March 10, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Preparing for another traumatic & nonsensical week.
Wishing all a Fuckin great nights sleep.
We’ll need it…
Wishing all a Fuckin great nights sleep.
We’ll need it…
In honor of Intl #WomensDay, I decided to share an old KC billboard that still rings true.
March 8, 2025 at 3:05 AM
In honor of Intl #WomensDay, I decided to share an old KC billboard that still rings true.
Look out…the fashion business has become difficult to navigate these days… made a bit easier with daughter-powered clothing racks… @siremilycole.bsky.social
March 7, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Look out…the fashion business has become difficult to navigate these days… made a bit easier with daughter-powered clothing racks… @siremilycole.bsky.social
In what context is wardrobe really relevant… in any other business than mine?
March 2, 2025 at 4:45 PM
In what context is wardrobe really relevant… in any other business than mine?
As #BlackHistoryMonth comes to an end, I salute 2 AIDS activists and true heroes in the Civil Rights Movement. Both larger than life (despite photo), Archbishop Desmond Tutu who along with Mandela led the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa...
February 28, 2025 at 4:58 PM
As #BlackHistoryMonth comes to an end, I salute 2 AIDS activists and true heroes in the Civil Rights Movement. Both larger than life (despite photo), Archbishop Desmond Tutu who along with Mandela led the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa...
Thought I’d share another anonymous encounter… this time at a fancy local restaurant:
MAITRE D; What is your name sir?
ME; Kenneth Cole
MAITRE D; Spelled the same as the designer?
ME; I believe so.
MAITRE D; What is your name sir?
ME; Kenneth Cole
MAITRE D; Spelled the same as the designer?
ME; I believe so.
February 22, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Thought I’d share another anonymous encounter… this time at a fancy local restaurant:
MAITRE D; What is your name sir?
ME; Kenneth Cole
MAITRE D; Spelled the same as the designer?
ME; I believe so.
MAITRE D; What is your name sir?
ME; Kenneth Cole
MAITRE D; Spelled the same as the designer?
ME; I believe so.
Recalling a message from an old friend; “never ever go to bed at night knowing that there was something you could have done during the day to strike a blow against injustice and you didn’t do it.”
— Harry Belafonte
#BlackHistoryMonth #SleeplessInNY
— Harry Belafonte
#BlackHistoryMonth #SleeplessInNY
February 20, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Recalling a message from an old friend; “never ever go to bed at night knowing that there was something you could have done during the day to strike a blow against injustice and you didn’t do it.”
— Harry Belafonte
#BlackHistoryMonth #SleeplessInNY
— Harry Belafonte
#BlackHistoryMonth #SleeplessInNY
Social impact has always been an integral part of the Kenneth Cole brand. I’ve believed that our voice is our greatest accessory, and that it’s vital that we use our platform to serve the community.
February 20, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Social impact has always been an integral part of the Kenneth Cole brand. I’ve believed that our voice is our greatest accessory, and that it’s vital that we use our platform to serve the community.
My new favorite word is: ‘Procaffeination’ ; the act of putting off life until you have had a cup of coffee.
February 19, 2025 at 1:01 PM
My new favorite word is: ‘Procaffeination’ ; the act of putting off life until you have had a cup of coffee.
So many are being unfairly tough on POTUS. Do you know how hard it is to alienate every one of our 50+ year allies in just 20 days…?
#AmericaFirst & alone.
#AmericaFirst & alone.
February 17, 2025 at 2:10 AM
So many are being unfairly tough on POTUS. Do you know how hard it is to alienate every one of our 50+ year allies in just 20 days…?
#AmericaFirst & alone.
#AmericaFirst & alone.
As the years go by, I’m still grateful to call you my Valentine. #HappyValentinesDay ♥️
February 14, 2025 at 8:59 PM
As the years go by, I’m still grateful to call you my Valentine. #HappyValentinesDay ♥️
In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, I want to remember, reflect on, and celebrate the iconic #NelsonMandela. He inspired an entire generation and was a beacon of hope for so many.
I had the honor of working with him in our “We All Have AIDS” campaign in 05’. #ForeverInspired
I had the honor of working with him in our “We All Have AIDS” campaign in 05’. #ForeverInspired
February 6, 2025 at 3:36 PM
In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, I want to remember, reflect on, and celebrate the iconic #NelsonMandela. He inspired an entire generation and was a beacon of hope for so many.
I had the honor of working with him in our “We All Have AIDS” campaign in 05’. #ForeverInspired
I had the honor of working with him in our “We All Have AIDS” campaign in 05’. #ForeverInspired