Okay, let me start by saying these shoes are ADORABLE. The brogue detailing makes them look way more expensive than they are, and the synthetic leather is surprisingly soft—no weird chemical smell either. My toddler usually hates stiff shoes, but these didn’t bother him at all. He ran around at a wedding like they were sneakers!

BUT… the fit is a bit odd. The tongue is super short, so getting his foot in felt like solving a puzzle. Once they’re on, though? Perfect. The rubber soles kept him from slipping on hardwood floors, and the lace-up design meant I could adjust for his chubby feet (yes, we have the ‘fat foot’ problem too lol).

One warning: They run wide. If your kid has narrow feet, these might slide off. We fixed it by tightening the laces and adding no-show socks for grip. Also, don’t expect luxury leather—they’re budget-friendly and look it up close, but for photos? 10/10.

Final verdict: Great for special occasions if you’re patient with the fit quirks. Just size up if between sizes!