Sandals for children: tips for choosing the right one.

Comfortable, fresh and breathable: the sandals for children are among the most purchased shoes by parents for their children in the summer. But what are the characteristics to evaluate before buying? And how to recognize the right size?

Children's sandals: when to wear them?

Sandals are the ideal footwear to wear in summer by the sea and in the mountains as well as in the city. They allow the baby's foot to move freely without suffering from heat and excessive sweating.

A good sandal allows the foot the right breathability and, consequently, keeps the feet cool and increases comfort. They can be worn in any circumstance: for the sea but also in the countryside, in the park, in the swimming pool and in the city.

Some models, worn with a cotton or wool sock, can be used all year round both at home and indoors, such as nurseries or kindergartens, because they are very comfortable.

How to choose the best children's sandals

The child's foot grows very fast and the choice of which sandal to buy shouldn't fall on a casual model. This is because the child's well-being largely depends on the comfort of the shoe he is wearing.

When choosing sandals for the child, the parents' attention should fall on some fundamental characteristics that each shoe must have:

the right size: the first requirement to evaluate in a sandal is the comfort in putting on the shoe. The child should feel stable in their sandals. One method of not getting the size wrong is to remove the insole from the child's most comfortable shoe and measure its length and width, remembering to add about 0.3 - 0.5 cm. This result will correspond to the real size of the shoe;
the material: in the summer the foot tends to sweat more and, for this reason, it is good to buy high quality footwear. Those in real leather with polyester straps or sandals in elastic foam are preferred, also perfect for water;
the sole must be light and comfortable. The best sandals are made with soles based on elastic foam, such as neoprene, or in cork;
closures: for the little ones, sandals with tear-off closures will be recommended, much easier to wear and intuitive. For older children, Velcro fasteners or buckles are the best options. The choice is subjective and depends on the child's age and independence;
colors and model: it is good to choose a sandal that has neutral colors internally. This allows you to avoid that the color, with the heat and sweating, can stain the foot. As a model for the little ones it is good to choose sandals closed on the heel because they give greater stability to the ankles.

It is advisable that during the first days it would be better to have the child wear the sandals with a cotton sock and not barefoot, to allow the little foot to adapt without too much effort to the new shoe.

Dear mothers, after reading the article we recommend that you visit our Luxurykids website where you will find a section dedicated to footwear for your child.