droolicious : footwear

Star Baby: Halle Berry’s Nahla is Lookin’ Nice

SunnyChanel — Mon, 04 May 2009 03:16:00 GMT

Halle Berry was spotted going shopping with her 1-year-old daughter Nahla. Nahla was looking very nice in her summery sandals by See Kai Run. Here wears a pair of Sara Sandals in White. These flexible and durable soft leather sandals with flower accents and leafy cutouts are available from Diapers.com for $38.

Photo: Celebrity Baby Scoop

Star Baby: Suri Watch – Her Feline Flats

SunnyChanel — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 19:00:00 GMT

It’s been a while since we’ve had a Suri Watch post. We’ve missed her and her priceless wardrobe of designer duds. Katie and Tom and their young fashionista were spotted at the Narikta International Airport in Tokyo, Japan. Suri was wildly cute in her leopard print flats. You can pick up a similar pair of leopard printed slip on shoes by Kenneth Cole (below). The Let It Bow Too fabric printed ballet flats include a gold colored strap, a little gold bow and a gold detailed toe. They are available directly from Kenneth Cole here for $40.

The Answer to Lost Sock Frustration

SunnyChanel — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:34:00 GMT

You know what I hate? Trying to find a pair of matching socks for my kid. One of a set always seems to go missing by disappearing under the couch, being lost at a playdate or simply by being mysteriously consumed by the dryer. LittleMissMatched has the answer to my lost sock frustration. They sell sets like this one that includes nine single crew socks each one slightly different. These 100% super soft cotton socks make 36 different combinations.

You can get a set like this one in the “Fabulous” pattern which includes stripes, stars and polka dolls in blue, purple and red directly from LittleMissMatched here for $20.

Eco-friendly Hemp Baby Shoes

Lisa Estall — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:03:00 GMT

Start your baby on the right foot with a pair of eco-friendly shoes. These Baby Hemp Slip-Ons have an elastic collar, soft sole and made of Hemp!

No leather is incorporated in making the shoe so would make a particularly good gift for people with a Vegan lifestyle.

They come in Natural/Brown and cost $23.99.

I would buy them. They look comfortable enough!

Buy them at Jaminga.

Keep Baby's Socks On

Lisa Estall — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 14:34:00 GMT

A very cool product I just tested is Socks On! It was invented by a British mom with five kids!

Socks On! keeps baby’s socks from falling off. So how does this garment work? Read on to find out!

By slipping this product over the sock, it becomes secure through the hole around the heel. As a mom always trying to pull up my baby's socks, this item works! They would definitely make a conversation starter too since they are so different.

Sock Ons are made from a softly woven blend of elasticised material and come in five colors: navy, fuchsia, baby pink, baby blue, and white.

They are sold for $8.00 each at clevermom.me but you can use coupon code droolicious to get your 15% off.

Keep the Little Piggies Warm with Sasha Boots

Heather Kuldell — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 03:05:00 GMT

Whether the weather outside is delightful or frightful, Sasha Boots will keep toddler tootsies warm. Fake fur lines the leather uppers, giving a stylish, sleek look. The flexible rubber soles allow little feet to wiggle, kick and stomp in comfort. Though they’re listed as boys shoes, a plain black boot like this can go either way. These boots are available for $40 in sizes 0-6 months, 6-9, 9-12 or 12-18.

Star Kid: Liv Tyler’s Boy Steps in Style

SunnyChanel — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 03:40:00 GMT

Jetsetter Liz Tyler and her 4-year-old son Milo hit LAX to catch a flight the other day. Milo stepped out in style in his L.A.M.B. Kid’s Baby shoes. This shoe is also popular with the celebrity toddler Kingston, but that’s perhaps because his mommy Gwen Stefani designed it. These soft tumbled leather sneakers have a Velcro closure and die cut foam so those little feet and breath and be moisture free. This shoe was also available in white. You can pick up a pair direct from L.A.M.B shoes for $60.

First Look: Ahnu Kids Footwear

Nicole Feliciano — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:24:00 GMT

We’ve got the scoop on a new line of eco-friendly toddler footwear.

When it comes to kids’ fashions, everyone is seeing green. While we all aim to do our bit for the planet, oftentimes, green fashion feels like a sacrifice—giving up style to do the right thing. We’ve found a toddler shoe from a socially concious brand that won’t make you wince.

Ahnu promises to deliver quality and sustainability. They’ve garnered quite a following from adult tree-huggers. Now pint-sized conservationists can get in on the action. Ahnu’s first kids' collection launched with three styles the Bridge (shown), Benicia and Creekside (sizes start at 10).

Parents will love the Velcro closures (who has time for laces?). Kids will rave bout the looks. Our mini tester approved of the Bridge ($34.83). She found the slip-on style cool and the lightweight design perfect for riding her scooter or racing through the gym. The manufacturer says the rubber outsoles will keep her from sliding—good news to the parents of clumsy preschoolers. These three models are just a start. There are more styles coming in January.

Cute Slipper Alert!

SunnyChanel — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 06:49:00 GMT

One of the challenges about winter is keeping your kids warm. With these slippers by Giesswein Radfeld, they’ll not only beg to put them on, but it might be a challenge to get them to take them off. These are breathable boiled wool slippers that have a non-slip latex dipped sole. So they’ll keep them warm and dry. You can pick up a pair of these cozy non-fire breathing dragon shoes here for $70. (pricey yes, but I did mention that they are the non-fire brething varierty right?)

Blundstone: The Power of Boots With None of the Laces

Heather Kuldell — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:47:00 GMT

My son demolishes what’s around him like the Tasmanian Devil does. This includes his clothing and, most of the time, his shoes. The exception may be a pair of incredibly durable Blundstones, the famous Australia work boots. Each pair of these bad boys is made of water-resistant leather with a removable insole and a rugged polyurethane sole. Best of all, they pull on. That’s right, no laces for you to tie! Ever! They’re available at Sugar River Outfitters for $90 and the site also has an electric blue version for sale for $45. And by the way, they have a hand-me-down potential to last through two or more children.

Star Baby: Gwyneth Paltrow’s Son Moses Sneaks Around

SunnyChanel — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:35:00 GMT

Gwyneth Paltrow carried her sleepy two-year-old son Moses yesterday in London. How does her little boy sneak around? Wearing his totally classic black high top Converse toddler sneakers ($19.95) of course. From the Ramones to that random teen at the mall, the Chuck Taylor's have always been the iconic shoe choice that gets bonus “cool” points. Will they ever go out of style? I seriously doubt it.

ABC Kids Expo 2008: Me In Mind Footwear

Chris Ford — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 10:03:00 GMT

I've been a big fan of Trumpette socks for a long time now, but I've never really been happy with the selection they have for boys. At ABC today I found a great alternative from children's shoemaker Me In Mind. Me In Mind have shoes for boys and girls in great styles and colors - everything from Vanns styled slip on sneakers to Robeez type slip on leather booties. But my favorite products are the new socks. Every pair of socks are made from organic cotton and have have a corresponding shoe style. The "Rocker Socks" have guitars, dragons and skulls; and the "Sneaker Socks" make it look like your infant is wearing a sweet pair of canvas shoes - perfect for your little grommet.

Sneaker Socks and Rocker Socks, $26.00 for a 6-Pair Set from MeInMindFootwear.com.

Celebrity Baby Item Alert: Selma Hayak's Daughter Wears Shoes!

Erin Behan — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 20:18:00 GMT

What's cuter than baby shoes? Baby shoes on a celebrity baby, of course. This photo shoes little Valentina Paloma Penault (daughter of one Selma Hayak) wearing some high-styling shoes while out and about. Regular folks who want to get their hands on the treds should head to Kuuru Shoes for the Peyton style ($39). Designed by mom Helen Cheng, Kuuru shoes are aimed at the parent who values both comfort and style. My personal favorite is the Elena ($39).

Keep Crocs From Eating Your Children's Feet This Summer

Aaron Burgess — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 17:04:00 GMT

[Photo: CityNews.ca]

Moderndaydad's recent "7 Days of Summerwear" post about Crocs -- which, full disclosure, I also endorse for their convenience, comfort, and non-toxic construction -- came at a good time, because while the shoes may be great for warm weather, they're also raising serious questions about when and where else it's appropriate to wear them.

From the CPSC's carefully worded May 13 warning about "popular soft-sided flexible clogs and slides" to this more specific story from last Thursday (complete with not-suitable-for-mealtime-viewing video), to a pending $7 million lawsuit against the company, Crocs are as infamous for posing a potential danger to children's feet as they are for having questionable aesthetic value. The reason: Escalators' moving parts seem to have an unhealthy, potentially grisly attraction to the popular soft-soled shoes.

Oddly enough, Crocs seems to be taking an "Ignore it and it'll go away" stance on the problem, at least on its online FAQ: You can get answers to questions such as "Can I boil and then eat my Crocs shoes?" (not recommended) and "Can I microwave my Crocs shoes?" (ditto), but not for something as basic as "How can I keep my kids' feet from getting mangled in an escalator while wearing Crocs shoes?"

Well, fear not, because Consumer Reports has compiled this handy list of 11 tips for keeping your kids' Crocs from meeting certain doom, some excerpts of which follow:

To avoid the sides of steps where entrapment can occur, stand in the middle of the step. Always face forward and hold the handrail.
Step over the comb plate. Always pick up your feet and step carefully on or off the escalator. Never drag or slide your feet off the edge of the escalator.
Stay clear of moving parts. Keep your hands, feet and clothing clear of the side panels of the escalator. Remember: loose shoe laces, rubber boots and baggy clothes can get caught in the moving parts of the escalator. Make sure you have no dangling clothing or loose shoelaces that could get caught.

Of course, the simplest way to avoid Crocs-related escalator injuries is not to let your kids wear the things on escalators in the first place, but as the tips above show, such injuries aren't just limited to recyclable, rubbery footwear. Any loose-fitting shoe, as well as dangling laces, baggy apparel or stray limbs, can pose just as big a risk, so use some common sense and teach the kids to dodge that comb plate -- or, you know, take the stairs.

Rainboots That Rock

Meredith Broussard — Mon, 19 May 2008 19:03:00 GMT

It's been raining cats and dogs here lately. The bright side: plenty of opportunities for springtime puddle-jumping!

This year, I'm in love with these Fashion Fatigue faux-camo rainboots from Vincent Shoes. Generous handles on the top of the boots make it easy for the DIY toddler to pull the boots on and off, and the pattern is deliciously mod. The reflector on the heel is gravy-- any kid wearing these boots will definitely stop traffic.

If they made rainboots this cool for grownups, I'd be all over them. But for now, my kid is stomping through puddles with the hippest-looking boots on the block.

Graffe Fashion Fatigue rainboots, $32.95 online at Vincent Shoes.

Big Deal: Adam's on Sale

Meredith Broussard — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 20:01:00 GMT

A while back, Karen turned me on to these stylin' junior metrosexual boots from one of my fave kids' shoe makers, Vincent Shoes.

The big news: Adam boots are on mega-sale right now, marked down to $29.95 from the usual $59.95. Check out the other styles for some great deals: some ~~of Adam's friends~~ shoes are currently up to 75% off.

Soft leather Adam boots are available at Vincent Shoes.

Big Deal: Nowa Li Moccasins

Mir — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Nowa Li's moccasins are somewhat misnamed; true, the bottom is a no-slip leather, but the upper is a hand-knit sock that ensures baby's feet will stay warm and covered. Perfect for early walkers or in colder climates where baby actually needs shoes.

Right now they have a full page of clearance moccasins, with the prices slashed from $21.95 to $12 a pair. Order through tonight and you'll automatically receive free shipping on your $60+ order, too.

Adam: Rugged, Stylish, and Yet, Screams Metrosexual

Karen — Sat, 08 Sep 2007 14:32:00 GMT

Don't get me wrong, I LOVE these boots from Vincent Shoes and would ever go so far as to order them for The 8 Year Old Destroyer of Footwear . But dammed if they don't scream urbane male with a strong aesthetic sense. Ahem.

In black or brown for a very reasonable $59.95 from Vincent.

Hand Made: Georgina Goodman Couture Booties

Karen — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 21:04:00 GMT

Hand made from the softest vegetable tanned leather, these booties are made to order with whatever colour you wish them to be hand painted with. They will even match the laces for you.

$190 online. Yes, really. Because who needs a crib when you can buy booties?

Pink Slippers for Little Monkeys

crazedparent — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 21:02:00 GMT

Keep tiny toes warm with these adorable pink Julius Slippers from Small Paul Frank. Forget just wearing them at bedtime -- I could see these sported around all day.

$17.95 from Tutti Bella, sizes start at 7/8.