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Measuring a little girl's foot before ordering

A successful order starts with a accurate measurement. Trace the outline of the foot with the child standing on a sheet placed on the floor, at the end of the day when the foot is slightly swollen, then measure from the heel to the longest toe. Compare this result, in centimetres, with the brand's size guide, as the same size can vary between Geox, Skechers, or Victoria. The ideal ease is about one centimetre: if it's less, the toe touches while walking; if it's more, the foot slips and the heel rubs. Sales often leave few sizes available per model: having the measurement on hand saves time when choosing.

Other sneaker sales

Sneaker sales also come in:

• Boys.
• Women.
• Men.

All sneaker sales are gathered on the sneakers page.

Shoo Pom, GBB, Victoria: brands designed for children

Shoo Pom, created in 2013 by the Vendée manufacturer Shoemakers, heir to a workshop opened in 1870 in La Gaubretière, showcases bright colours and soft materials like velvet, with a little apple as its emblem. GBB, born in 1947 in Beaupréau, in Maine-et-Loire, designs shoes for children from birth to twelve years old, with fitting studies conducted in France, like for the Anisa. The Victoria, started in 1915 in La Rioja, offer English-style washed canvas for girls, their vulcanised model appearing in the 1950s, and the more modern Tribu, with a thick sole.

Geox Magnetar and ABX models for the rain

For autumn and winter, Geox are the most versatile. The brand, founded in 1995 based on a patent by Mario Moretti Polegato, perforates its sole and doubles it with a membrane that wicks away sweat without letting in water. The ABX versions, like the Magnetar ABX, add the Amphibiox membrane that extends over the top of the foot: the little girl can walk through a puddle on the way to school without getting her socks soaked. Baby models, like the Eclyper, Ciufciuf, or Iupidoo, offer a flexible sole for first steps, while the Gisli or Loftus support the older ones at school.

Skechers, Steve Madden, Fila: trendy trainers for older children

From eight or ten years old, style matters as much as comfort. The Skechers Uno, with a visible air bubble in the heel, takes on the shape of adult models, and the Mermaid Dreams features mermaid-like reflections. The Steve Madden Jpossession and Jprotégé, junior versions of the New York brand established in 1990, focus on platform soles. The Fila Skye and the British Knights Roco and Kaya, the latter from an American brand launched in 1983 and popularised by hip-hop, bring a retro touch. Their synthetic upper is easily cleaned with a sponge after playtime.

Frequently asked questions

How to maintain glittery or velvet trainers?

Glitter can be cleaned with a damp sponge, without a hard brush that would pull them off. Velvet should be brushed dry in the direction of the nap and protected with a suitable spray; avoid the washing machine, which will leave lasting marks.

Is a platform sole suitable for a child?

A moderate, lightweight, and flexible platform at the front of the foot does not hinder an adolescent's walking. For younger children, a flat and flexible sole is better, allowing the foot to develop and reducing the risk of sprains during play.

Canvas or synthetic: which material for the new school year?

Canvas, lightweight and breathable, is great for spring and often goes in the washing machine. Synthetic or leather, being more durable and easier to wipe down, hold up better against mud, autumn rain, and ball games in the yard.

How often should a child's shoe size be checked?

Before three years old, the foot grows so quickly that checking every three months is necessary; after that, every four to six months is generally sufficient. A child complaining about their toes or quickly taking off their shoes is often cramped.

Do kindergarten girls need hook-and-loop trainers?

Yes, the hook-and-loop allows them to put on shoes by themselves at school without waiting for help. Elastic laces can follow, then real laces around six or seven years old, when she knows how to tie knots.