The Seasonal Shoe Edit for Kids: Boots, Loafers, Mary Janes & Rain Boots

The Seasonal Shoe Edit for Kids: Boots, Loafers, Mary Janes & Rain Boots

The best new shoes for every kind of weather, from leather boots to first baby shoes

Step into the season with the best new kids shoes: leather and suede boots, loafers, Mary Janes, ballet flats, polished sneakers, rain boots and first baby shoes from leading designers and retailers.

Boots for every kind of cold, from suede to shearling

Boot season starts with a pair that works every day. Leather Chelsea boots, suede ankle boots and shearling lined styles all keep small feet warm and look good with tights, corduroy or denim. Choose a neutral brown or black and the pair goes with everything in the closet.

Boots for every kind of cold, from suede to shearling

Loafers, Mary Janes and ballet flats for dressing up

A polished flat finishes a dressy outfit better than anything else. Mary Janes with a strap, ballet flats with a small bow and classic loafers all work for school, church and the holiday table. Leather and suede in brown, black, cream and navy go with every dress and trouser in the wardrobe.

Loafers, Mary Janes and ballet flats for dressing up

Sneakers that still look polished

The best everyday sneaker looks clean with a coat and a collared shirt. These leather and suede pairs in white, cream and soft neutrals dress up easily, and they handle recess without complaint. Look for a flexible sole, an easy closure and a color that goes with everything.

Sneakers that still look polished

Rain boots and snow boots for wet and snowy days

Wet weather needs real boots, and these are the ones children will actually wear. Rubber rain boots in classic colors and shearling lined snow boots keep feet dry and warm, and each pair pulls on easily for school mornings. Pick the next size up for thick socks.

Rain boots and snow boots for wet and snowy days

First shoes for baby: soft soles, velvet bows and booties

Baby shoes are mostly for looks, and these are the prettiest new ones. Velvet pre-walkers, leather ballet flats and shearling booties sit well with a christening gown or a cashmere coverall. Soft soles and elastic backs keep them on small feet.

First shoes for baby: soft soles, velvet bows and booties

Fitting tips for kids shoes

Measure feet every couple of months, since children outgrow shoes quickly, and always try shoes on with the socks or tights they will actually wear. Keep one dressy pair, one everyday pair and one weather pair, and the whole season is covered.