Size: I like that these shoes last for a long time because of the sizing. With the strap that goes around the back of the foot it fits a size smaller than the marked size (e.g., a size 9 toddler fits like an 8 toddler when using the strap around the back). Using with the strap behind the foot will make the shoe too tight if you actually need the length marked on the shoe. It is a very short strap. Once the strap makes the shoe too tight to wear, I flip the strap forward so it rests on top of the shoe and the shoe lasts though the marked size (so a marked 9 toddler will fit 8T with strap and 9T without the strap). The shoe is very wide and this fits chubby feet that don't fit into other summer shoes (sandals or flip flops).
Style: I don't like the look of Crocs, I wouldn't buy any if my child's foot to wear regular summer shoes. These are a slightly more stylish verision of the regular crocs. The colors are great, true to the stock photo.
Function:
I love that these are easy to clean, easy to put on, great for chubby feet. These are durable, they stand up to toddler abuse.
Overall:
I love this as my best alternative to traditional summer shoes for my chubby toddler's feet. I love that they are durable and long lasting, but I have bought these for years so I am aware that a 9 is too tight to use strap for a size 9T length foot (so size up if you want to use strap).
Photos:
You can see both styled with strap on top and behind. The strap is very short. Colors. And red pair is a 8T and using strap as shown has more room to grow.
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