Dress Shoe

With the rate children outgrow shoes, it's probably tempting to buy shoes that are too big, but you should never buy shoes that are more than one size too large for your child. Shoes that are too big can cause a child to trip and develop foot problems while trying to walk in shoes that are too large.

Shoes need to be immediately comfortable, so don't allow for a breaking in period or expect shoes to get more comfortable over time, they need to fit and feel good now.

Children's shoes should have laces, velcro or some other fastening system. As a general rule, avoid backless or slip-on shoes for kids. Look for shoes made from breathable materials and durable.