I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing See Kai Run shoes in the past – the See Kai Run Forrest shoes and the See Kai Run Grayson sandals were for Preschool Boy. Now that Toddler Girl is walking and running like nobody’s business I need to think more seriously about what I put on her feet. I need shoes that are supportive for her little feet but also flexible enough to allow for proper development and growth. Above all, the shoes must be made to withstand lots of trips and falls as Toddler Girl grows more steady on her feet.
About See Kai Run & Smaller
See Kai Run and Smaller promote healthy development of babies’ and children’s feet with their ultra-flexible soles, soft leather and wide toe box. Our footwear meets the American Podiatric Medical Association’s rigorous standards for foot health and functionality and has been awarded the APMA’s prestigious Seal of Acceptance.
Difference Between See Kai Run & Smaller?
Smaller shoes are, obviously, quite similar to See Kai Run but there are a couple distinctions. Smaller shoes are designed for babies from birth to 24 months and See Kai Run shoes are from 6 months to 3 years. The main difference is the sole of the shoe – Smaller shoes have a soft suede sole with non-slip rubber pads and See Kai Run shoes have a rubber sole better suited for outdoor play.
Our Experience
As you can see from the photos, our Smaller shoes are adorable. The Frances shoe is white butter-soft leather with a silver criss-cross straps. I love that the style is as flexible as the sole and looks great with a dress or jeans. The shoes are uber soft and the “collar” of the shoe – the top of the shoe around the back of the ankle – is padded for added comfort.
Even though the Smaller shoes do not have solid rubber soles like the See Kai Run line, Toddler Girl has worn her shoes outside with no problem. They are still quite sturdy. Toddler Girl has the shoe in a size 12 – 18 months and while she’s 16 months old and usually wears a size 3 or 4 in toddler size shoes, they are still a tad big. Even though they’re a bit big, they do stay on her feet and I know she’ll be wearing them through the summer because of the adjustable hook and loop closure.
To Buy or Not to Buy
To Buy… My experience with See Kai Run shoes has always been – and continues to be – very positive. The shoes are stylish and built to last lots of toddler wear and tear. And, because they have the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Approval you can be confident they’re good for little feet.
Or Not to Buy… The sole of the shoe is not solid rubber so avoid wearing these outside in wet weather.
Shop! Check out the latest Smaller styles – perfect for spring and summer. The Frances shoe is $32. Shop now and get FREE SHIPPING on orders over $60.
Win! See Kai Run is a sponsor for the Spring into Spring event. Look for a giveaway in April!
Hana
March 4, 2010See Kai run is awesome! Love their shoes!
tinygiraffeshop
March 5, 2010those white shoes are perfect for toddler girl! i love see kai run…bought them because of your first review of them!
Jennifer H
March 5, 2010I think these shoes are adorable!! Good review.
April
March 6, 2010So cute! I’m excited to get some cute girl shoes for the new baby. These will be on the top of my list, although I have a question… do they run narrow? Hubby and I have slightly wide feet and so does Kiefer. When we tried PediPeds they were way too narrow and long for him.
I am also very luck to have a friend who works as a designer for Nina Footwear. She designs the girls’ shoes!
http://ninashoes.com/kids-1-114
We had the long and narrow problem with a pair of Robeez Tredz, too. But I haven’t found the See Kai Run or Smaller shoes to be narrow. This pair is definitely plenty wide for my daughter.
How fun to design girl shoes!
Funny enough… we were visiting friends today and their little boy was sporting a pair of Smaller by See Kai Run shoes. They definitely didn’t look long and narrow. His mom said that her son has wide feet and they were great. I was so impressed by the quality of the shoe!
Oh, and come to think of it the long narrow pair were Robeez Tredz… not PediPeds. They were like too narrow clown shoes on Kiefer.
Shop with Me Mama (Kim)
March 6, 2010OMG! Those are absolutely adorable!
Cathy Parker/Ladyhightower
March 6, 2010I love these shoes!