There’s something so high-pitched-squeal-worthy about little kids’ shoes (and anything miniature, for that matter). But your mini-me can’t wear just any old kicks. She or he deserves the cream of the crop. Here, the best of the best, from timeless Mary Janes to trendy fur slides.
The 15 Trendiest Kids’ Shoes to Buy This Holiday Season
Wool Sneakers
For the (pint-sized) sneaker head.
Allbirds ($55, from sizes 5T-10T)
Suede Sneakers
Be still our giant-bow-loving hearts.
Puma ($30, from sizes 4T-10T)
Fringe Boots
Because your little one is already a free spirit.
Ugg ($70, from sizes 12K-13K and 1Y-5Y)
Drawstring Hi-tops
Who needs laces, anyway?
Native ($70, from sizes 1Y-6Y)
Fur Slides
Like a stuffed animal for her feet.
Steve Madden ($30, from sizes 13K and 1Y-5Y)
Chambray Booties
They’ll give a pair of shoes to a child in need with every purchase. Aww.
Toms ($40, from sizes 1T-4T)
Metallic Ankle Boots
Not all princesses wear glass slippers.
Old Navy ($30, from sizes 11K-13K and 1Y-5Y)
Velcro Sneakers
Only the best for your little style blogger.
Gucci ($210, from 1T-4T)
Velvet Loafers
He’s officially the coolest kid on the block.
Zara ($40, from sizes 9K-13.5K and 1Y-7Y)
Lace-up Boots
So much cooler than those patent leather dress shoes your MIL got him.
H&M ($30, from sizes 7.5K-13K and 1Y-2Y)
Suede Boots
They’re not over-the-knee, but it’s only because she’s growing like a beanstalk.
Stuart Weitzman ($36, from sizes 1T-4T)
Glitter Flats
Getting dressed in the morning? Piece o’ cake with these sparkly babies.
J.Crew ($80, from sizes 8K-13K and 1Y-5Y)
Floral Combat Boots
A pair she’ll wear well into summer.
Old Navy ($29, from sizes 11K-13K and 1Y-6Y)
Bejeweled Ankle Boots
We’re losing it over here.
Zara ($50, from sizes 9K-13.5K and 1Y-7Y)