Nabbed 'em! They were on sale, although 30% isn't a serious Kohls sale, and I had a coupon for an additional 15%. I didn't wait for deeper discount, because they don't carry deep stock in Vera Wang.
Upon closer inspection, they are well constructed, with a wonderful non-slip sole (not much padding, though). They list "man made leather." What the heck is man made leather? They're really a nice suede finish. Go figure.
And I think I can wear them in Summer, or at least well into June!