Footwear Friday
By GlindaNow, how can I call myself part of the Manolo family and not recommend some shoes? And lo, Awesome Mom, I have found some shoes for boys that I like!
It was tough, let me tell you. When Amazon tells you that there are 6,734 items to look through under boys shoes, they ain’t kidding. I laughed, I cried, I threw the keyboard on the floor in frustration, but finally I found things I would buy for my own son.
I tend to prefer a type of shoe that is a bit of a multi-tasker. That way, perhaps I don’t have to buy quite so many, you know? Shoes that fall somewhere in between a sneaker and a loafer work well, and luckily for me, you, us there are tons of them out there.
But first, how could I resist this “Fun Dog” Rain Boot? Does it not have frivolity and cuteness wrapped up in a functional package? Never mind that where I live, we have been in a drought for about four years. I love these boots. I want a pair for myself
Next up, shoes that are admittedly a bit expensive. However, they look as if they can be worn as easily with windpants and a tee, or jeans and a collared shirt.
And lastly, shoes that are on sale! I admit though, five bucks off isn’t whole lot. But, they are eligible to ship for free! Again, the multi-tasking rules apply to this shoe. I could see this on the playground as well as strolling through the mall.
Now, maybe next time I will be brave and do dress shoes! Or maybe shoes that are black, but I have a thing about black shoes that is perhaps a post for another time.
September 21st, 2007 at 3:53 pm
Those rain boots are oh so cute!!! I need to get Harry a pair so he can splash in the puddles with his brother.
September 21st, 2007 at 5:54 pm
I totally want a pair of those boots. And I’d wear them with full-on Goth gear. I’d be like a radical Muppet!
Yeah, there are a multiplicity of choices in boys’ footwear, but so much of it is so bleh. The problem is, retailers say they can’t sell stylish stuff for boys because parents are too conservative, especially when it comes to footwear. Wheelies are about as funky as they’ll go for.
September 21st, 2007 at 5:57 pm
I fully support funky shoes for the boys! My boy loves rainboots and, even though we live in the same region as you Glinda, he does not wait for the rains to wear them. I like that second pair as well–kinda hip, yet functional.
Now what is this “thing” you have about black shoes? I love the black shoes for the children.
September 25th, 2007 at 12:45 pm
AM- They are darling, they also have umbrellas and coats to match!
Rain- That would actually look kinda good, I think.
dgm- It is a completely personal thing, although it has to do more with black sneakers than anything else.