A new school year means new shoes! Kids’ shoes seem to get outgrown so quickly so back to school shopping is a great time to find a new pay of the right shoes for the first day of school. My kids always look forward to school shoe shopping and backpack shopping. These are the exciting parts of the school season. It’s also a great way for the kids to show self expression. The perfect pair of shoes can come in many forms but arch support is always great. We always have after school activities so having shoes they can wear all day and then to their activities are ideal with an addition of gym shoes. Here are the top brands and shoes options for back to school season!
The Right Fit
Firstly, we don’t want to be picking shoes for growing feet that are just the right fit. Kids feet grow so quickly that you’ll want to size up half a size if possible. It’s a better investment and at the end of the day, they can wear them longer. If you have school uniforms, you can pass down the shoes to your younger kids too if they stay in good condition. We’re sharing our top picks below that are teen approved as well. Always take into account thick socks for cooler months so you want them to not be too snug on your kids.
Breathable Materials
Secondly, breathable materials are ideal for several reasons. Warmer weather in the early fall and spring and gym class. The kids wear the shoes for about 9 hours nonstop so it’s essential for foot health that they are breathable. There are tons of popular brands that make amazing options and shock absorption is something to take into consideration as well. Younger kids are running on the playground and safe footwear is something that is on our minds. Teens can opt for backless shoes because they have less physical activities and they are breathable options. The best school shoes in our opinion can be work all day through every activity. It’s a good idea to take all activities and climate into consideration for shopping for the start of a new school year. The latest trends have done a pretty good job at addressing many footwear needs and being machine washable or made of weatherproof materials. Those are always a bonus!
Everyday Wear
Finally, the whole family shops for shoe brands at the start of the year. We get the kids a pair of everyday shoes for their busy days. Then a pair of shoes to stay in their lockers for gym class. This way, they always have a pair ready to run out the door with that goes with a majority of their outfits. For a successful school year, we need to set our kids up for success and that goes beyond shoes but with the right tools and knowledge. For shoes though, we are prioritizing every day wear and busy school days from our favorite brands.
Birkenstocks // Floral Adidas // New Balance // Nike // Rain Boots // Ballet Flats // Vejas // Beaded Laces // Golden Goose // Hot Pink Shoes // Blue Shoes // Light Pink Adidas
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