Children's Dress Shoes
They're gleefully playing in their Garanimals 
, but as soon as the words "get dressed up" emerge from your mouth, tantrums ensue and pleading begins. The dreaded party dress comes out--a velvet monstrosity with bows and sashes. The tulle itches and the arms pull. And, the blazer and tie--all the fastening and tucking. It's hard to play Legos when little gold buttons get in the way. But they look clean and cute, so comfort takes a back seat.
Well, you can at least give them shoes that grubby little feet aren't dying to kick off. Children's dress shoes are readily available in sturdy, comfy models. They can pose for pictures and play red rover without so much as an unpleasant peep.
Gussied-Up Girl
Unlike women, little girls generally aren't concerned with the season's latest style. Stick to classic shoes in durable, comfortable materials. Depending on your (or her) taste, choose from a wide range of colors and fun embellishments.
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As adult fashion leaks into the children's department, scaled-down versions of adult shoes are emerging for kids. Ballet flats , really a sleeker,trendier version of the Mary Jane, have become popular for girls. Because they're so soft, they are often a little less sturdy than Mary Janes and optimal for environments where jump roping and relay races are unlikely to occur. |
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For summertime , warm climates, or vacations away, pack a pair of dress-up sandals , now available in many styles. |
Boys' Dress Shoes
Lucikly, you don't have to put in too much effort to find a good pair of boys' dress shoes , as he only needs boat shoes or oxfords , and loafers .
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Boat shoes are great for casual parties. They're durable, comfortable, and let him get into mischief without (necessarily) skinning a knee. Almost any children's shoe store carries several varieties at affordable prices. Sperry Topsiders a good, classic choice. |
Oxfords are great for when the temperature drops, or when the dress code calls for something a bit fancier than a boat shoe. Choose suede ,nubuck , or leather, and whatever color he prefers, or at least tolerates. |
For weddings, formal holidays, or any event the boy with a social calendar has to attend, loafers are key. Kids' companies make loafers with thick rubber soles and ouch-less heels. |
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