Junior lifestyle clearance

Children's trainers: Victoria, Gola and Geox

Trainers are essential for junior end-of-line sales. Victoria, established in 1915 in La Rioja, Spain, has made its canvas shoes with vulcanised rubber soles a classic, available in both washed canvas and Tribu versions. Gola, founded in Leicester in 1905, with a name that is an anagram of goal, offers the Daytona in a retro style. At Geox, the Magnetar and Flexyper are aimed at active kids, and the ABX-marked versions add a waterproof membrane. Skechers and Asics complete the range with more sporty models, featuring cushioned soles for the playground.

Junior clearance categories

End-of-line sales are organised by type:

• Sneakers, from Asics, Geox, Victoria, Skechers or Superga.
• Jackets, waterproofs, fleece and 3-in-1s.
• T-Shirts, for school and holidays.
• Dresses / Skirts, for girls.
• Trousers, for every day.

Shoe size and fit: buying just right for a growing child

To measure a child's shoe size, stand them with their heel against a wall at the end of the day: add about a centimetre for growth and toe movement. Velcro styles, like the Mikk-Line Barefoot with a thin and flexible sole, allow little ones to put on their own shoes. For jackets, the 3-in-1 Regatta Trekktain combines a waterproof shell and removable fleece that can be used separately: choose the size that matches the child's height, as the integrated fleece does not require a larger size. Reima jackets, a Finnish brand established in 1944, indicate their size in centimetres.

Other end-of-line lifestyle items

The lifestyle clearance continues with the sections men, women, sneakers, accessories, luggage, summer, winter, on the lifestyle clearance page.

Children's waterproof jackets and fleeces

A child's waterproof jacket is judged by its water column and taped seams, which stop rain from coming through the stitches. Reima, Regatta or Uhlsport offer hooded models, either adjustable or removable, and many add reflective details for the journey to school at dusk. Under the jacket, a fleece, like the Peak Mountain Fasak for girls, keeps warmth without bulk. In end-of-line sales, it's mainly about replaced colours: the technique remains the same as in the current range, and only the shade changes from one winter to the next.

Frequently asked questions

How to clean children's canvas trainers?

Remove the laces and brush off dry mud, then scrub the canvas with warm water and a bit of Marseille soap. Stuff the inside with newspaper and leave to dry in the open air, away from a radiator that can separate the soles.

What is the purpose of a Geox shoe's breathable sole?

The Geox sole has micro-holes closed by a membrane that lets moisture escape but blocks outside water. ABX models add a waterproof Amphibiox membrane in the upper for rainy days.

Is a clearance item new?

Yes, they are brand new items, never worn, from a replaced colour or a previous collection. They come with the same legal guarantees as an item from the current range; only the available sizes are more limited.

What size jacket to choose for a child between two sizes?

Choose the larger size: a slightly longer jacket can be worn for an extra winter and leaves space for a fleece underneath. Just make sure that the sleeves don’t cover the hands, even if you need to tighten them with the adjustable cuffs.

Are barefoot trainers suitable for children?

Their thin and flexible sole allows the foot to bend and feel the ground, which is suitable for children who run and play a lot. They are characterised by a wide toe box and a flat sole; transition is gradual if the child has been wearing rigid shoes.