Winter is the current time for choosing warm shoes.
The lineup of this accessory is huge for both children and adults. Manufacturers do not stand still and come up with more and more interesting and original models. So little fashionistas can choose shoes for every taste.
Fashion models
Shoes for children vary in shape and material according to age characteristics.
If the kids are up to a year old, the shoes serve for warming and are not necessarily wear-resistant, then for active kids the main indicator is their cross-country ability. At the same time, for teenagers, shoes are a fashion accessory and a way of self-expression. But girls of any age appreciate beauty in shoes.
The lineup is diverse:
- snow boots - shoes consisting of three layers: a removable woolen boot, a membrane and a polypropylene layer. Keep warm even in a thirty-degree frost.
- leather and suede boots - a classic of the genre - are suitable for fashionistas, are not designed for temperature extremes, which are inferior to other warm "brothers."
- membrane boots - lightweight, waterproof and warm boots made using modern technology. Inside there is a warm fur lining.
- boots made of felt, felt boots - today they are full of colors and decorations, giving originality to their mistress. Therefore, girls are happy to wear such a Russian folk version of shoes.
- high boots - boots made of leather, the top of which is covered with sheep’s fur, which provides warmth and comfort, saving the child from raw legs.
- moon boot - boots in the style of an astronaut. They are light and comfortable, their practicality can be envied, they are resistant to ice. Little beauties like such shoes - it’s convenient to run in them and they are not limited by the number of colors.
For beauty lovers have their own delights:
- multi-colored - give the image of the child brightness and confidence. Girls like to wear shoes in the color of jackets or hats, in turn, this helps to develop a sense of style and measure. White, turquoise, silver colors of boots look fresh and stylish;
- with embroidery - sequins - one of the favorite ornaments of little lovers of everything brilliant. Girls also love when their shoes are decorated with embroidery with all kinds of flowers, berries, heroes of fairy tales and cartoons;
- luminous - these boots are chosen by girls at preschool and young age, they are attractive and look bright, especially against the background of white snow. The secret of such beauty is small bulbs built into the sole. It is worth noting that they will secure a night walk or evening return home - because in the twilight it is difficult to notice a child on the road.
Fashionistas over 12 choose heeled boots.
But there is a more stable option - a platform. By combining the heel and the foot, the girl can feel confident and not be afraid to catch on the first bump. The main thing is not to overdo it with height. The optimal version of the platform for the girl is 3-5 cm. This option of shoes keeps warm, due to the fact that the platform forms a greater distance between the foot and the snow. These models look prettier when their length ends at the knee, while it looks stylish and allows the girl to feel more feminine.
For parents, the orthopedic component of shoes is important.
They can be not only a way to treat foot disorders, but also preventive support for the baby’s legs. They reduce the load on the spine of the child due to the correct shape of the sole. In children, the correct gait and beautiful posture are formed. The best first shoe for babies will be this particular option.
Length
The length of boots for fashionistas is the most diverse - from short half boots to long knee-high ones.
In winter, you should pay attention to long boots, so that snow cannot get into them, and the child does not get his feet wet. But boots that are too long in height prevent the child from developing a gait. An acceptable and convenient height for the girl is 15-25 cm.
Material
The most preferred material for the fashionable girl is leather. It is a natural, breathable product. It does not deform and does not pass moisture.
Suede is not much inferior to leather boots, but there is a minus - such shoes get wet and get dirty quickly. Needs constant cleaning and care. That is, for children it is not practical.
Another material bursting into the shelves is polyurethane.
Most practical for children. It is lightweight, waterproof and keeps warm even in severe cold. Another plus is a solid sole and boot, which increases wear resistance. But there are also disadvantages - the sole on such boots does not always allow you to hold steady. It is designed for as many as three seasons, depending on the temperature, only the lining changes.
Fur shoes - traditional felt boots and novelties - ugg boots. They are warm and light shoes. Minus both those and others in water permeability. If you can still wear overshoes on felt boots, then this will not work with ugg boots. But natural and high-quality ugg boots can withstand slush.
Color and print
Shoes on the shelves are replete with various shades - from ordinary black to combined in several colors. You can choose shoes for clothes and for the mood. Girls love bright things, and it is especially good if they look beautiful on a leg.
Light shoes are suitable for older girls, but darker or motley shoes are suitable for younger mischievous girls.
Little princesses love when animated characters — princesses, animals, “dwell” on their shoes; various flowers and butterflies. All that makes them different from the rest of the girls.
How to choose?
An important function of winter shoes is to keep warm, so the choice should be taken seriously.
First of all, this is the material from which the shoes are made.Ideal leather shoes with natural fur - it stretches and lets in air, allowing the leg to breathe. No less warm materials are suede and felt.
There should not be any extraneous inclusions, cracks and spots on the material. Next, we consider the seams - there should be no damage and breaks. It is also important to consider zippers and Velcro on boots, they must be intact and fit snugly. In this case, the child should try to cope with them, because he will wear them.
It is important to consider the material for the insulation:
- Real fur is a warm and light non-toxic material. To determine if natural fur is in the shoes of your child, you need to push the fur apart and see what it is attached to. If this is fabric, then this is not natural fur, but its substitute. If it is attached to the skin, then in front of you is a natural material.
- tinsulate, isoft - a novelty among heaters. It is lightweight and allows you to protect the leg from frost even at -30 degrees, allowing the child to actively move. The popularity of this material is growing every year.
- the membrane is the best material, according to many parents. Its demand is that the membrane allows you to regulate heat transfer, due to the small holes in the insole. So the child’s leg does not overheat and is dry in any weather. Which is good for active kids.
The sole of the boot should be soft and flexible, with a good tread to fall off from falling into ice.
There should be no glue anywhere. The insole should be warm and preferably attached to the sole so as not to interfere with the child's walking. You should choose shoes with a small heel, in order to avoid flat feet in a child, or choose shoes with instep support.
Next, check the size.
There is a “one finger” rule - a child puts on a boot pushing his fingers tightly to the toe, and you push your finger between the heel and the boot. If the finger passes, then with the size you were not mistaken. Do not forget that winter shoes are worn with a warm toe, so you should not take it back to back. Trying and buying is best done after dinner, because when walking the legs swell and become larger, making morning shopping more difficult.
No need to buy shoes "for growth", the shoes will be uncomfortable and the girl will stumble and fall.
Given the activity of children, it must be borne in mind that until the time when the shoes will be in time, neither beauty nor warmth can remain from the boots themselves.
It is best to buy shoes in stores - it’s warm there, and they will give a guarantee for shoes, and in which case it will be where to go.
It is important not to forget that your future girlfriend is growing. So it’s important to instill a sense of taste and measure from childhood. The colors and decorations can be any, the main thing is that they look beautiful and fit the clothes in which the child walks.
What to wear?
Snow boots, moon boot, membrane boots - all these are sports shoes. Therefore, they look beautiful with Bologna pants and children's ski suits.
Ugg boots, boots and high boots look cute with a children's fur coat and long jacket.
Bright boots look good with similar-colored jackets, or balanced with a hat and gloves with a matching scarf.
Leather and suede shoes look advantageous both with coats and long jackets.
The main thing is not to forget about the sense of proportion, and combine shoes with outerwear of the child.
Reviews
Children's shoes are a frequently discussed accessory, because each parent is worried about the health and comfort of his child.
So, many parents emphasize the practicality of membrane boots and snow boots. Allocating wear resistance, water tightness and heat in them. Another plus is the low price. At the same time, the minus of some models often sounds - an unstable sole; it is difficult to stay on ice in them.
But ugg boots and boots, on the contrary, upset many parents by the fact that, despite their convenience, they quickly get wet.
For boots moon boot secured only praise.The only thing to complain about is the low boot, so the snow quickly turns inside.
Classic leather boots carry positive reviews, but many parents simply feel sorry for giving such expensive shoes to be torn to pieces by their fidgets. Rather, these are shoes for going out than for everyday wear.
As for the clasp, opinions differ.
One for a solid top, because it protects from snow, when others say that such boots are uncomfortable to wear, and the heel quickly deteriorates from constant pulling. Not many people voted for Velcro, because over time, their effectiveness gets lost due to constantly getting wet and getting all kinds of garbage. The most acceptable option is a zipper, but here's the minus - if it is located on the side of the boots, it wears out quickly and melting snow can get through it. The best option is the front zipper. And even better if an elastic band is stretched over the top of the shoe, which can be tightened using a special lock.
The shoe range has always fascinated “bumpy” shoes.
Today, price and model diversity are increasingly attracting customers. But at the same time, it is sometimes difficult to dwell on a quality option from a huge selection. Therefore, the choice of this element of clothing should be taken seriously, because the health of your child depends on the selected shoes.