Kids Wellies

What to Look For in Kids Boots

Rain boots are an essential item for any child. Splashing in puddles, stomping in mud, making mayhem, and running wild and free in the great outdoors - a good pair of rubber boots and a parka will make all the difference to those wet weather days.

Wet feet aren't fun, and they can lead to blisters, cold feet, and ruined shoes. The perfect formula for a grumpy child. But a good pair of waterproof boots have the power to make life one big adventure. What a parent wants from their little one's boots and what a child wants can be two different things. A parent wants a boot with a long life span, a comfortable fit, and room for growth. A child wants color and fun. Fortunately, Aigle blends the best of both worlds. When deciding which kind of galoshes are best for your children, we have some tips to help you choose the most glorious rubber boots for your kids.

Made from Natural Rubber

A soft, flexible, and fully waterproof material is exactly what you want when shopping around for kids walking boots. Natural rubber is soft and durable, meaning it's gentler on young legs and toes. You also want a highly durable rubber lugged sole as this is your best protection against water creeping in and causing wet sock chaos. Plenty of grip underneath will also help prevent slipping and sliding meaning your child can run, jump, climb and cause chaos knowing their feet are sturdy and safe.

Comfortable Lining

While the external boot should be made of rubber, you want a comfortable lining on the inside of the shoe to keep toes calm and cozy. This is especially important when buying kids winter boots as chilly feet are sure to make your child miserable. While seasonal boots can stay comfy with a cotton blend lining, winter walks may call for something extra. Kids boots with a faux fur lining can help them stay snug as a bug whether they are making angel wings in the snow or chasing pretty fall leaves through the park. Both cotton and wool are beautifully breathable materials, which stops feet from getting sweaty and helps to regulate the temperature in both cold and warm weather.

Room to Grow

Children's feet can grow at an alarming rate and for those who have small children in their care, you may constantly feel like you are investing in shoes. Rain boots are bound to be a staple in any family home and for those parents wanting quality, comfortable, and well-structured boots, you want to hit that sweet spot where you have room for growth. Buying larger sized rainboots for kids isn't always a good idea as they can't be tightened onto the foot. You don't want the foot sliding back and to as this could cause the rain boots to wear down and won't support your child's feet. If you want to buy boots with a little space for growing, you can always introduce a thick woolen sock to the mix which gives offers a little more room for future growth.

The Fun Stuff

Rain galoshes are buckets of fun and the brighter you go, the more enticing they may be to your child. While kids’ black boots are a classic choice if you want a pair of boots that go with just about everything, there are plenty of choices for picking patterned or loud colored rubber boots to make them smile. From iconic primary colors like red, yellow, and blue to pretty in pink, printed with bugs, neon bright, and everything in-between, splash out on fun boots to entice your child to splash in style.

Beyond the Boot

While a good pair of rain boots is going to keep your child racing through those dreary days, there are different styles of bad weather boots to consider too. Kids ankle boots and Chelsea boots are easy to pull on and off and great for city play dates. For those children who visit, live, and play in winter wonderlands, a pair of après-ski style boots that blend thick rubber and super fluffy interiors will see them through the alpine season.

Lightweight, fun, flexible, and with tireless traction, the best boots for energy-driven toddlers and adventurous children can carry them far. Good footwear at a young age is important as this is when your feet are developing. Giving young feet all the support possible and ensuring that your children are comfortable, happy, and inspired by their rain boots can make wet and winter weather a dream for young hunters and explorers. When you get a pair of beautiful boots, they can help your child grow in a thousand different ways.

At Aigle, we have been making iconic boots since 1853. As rubber masters, it was only natural that we would be inspired to design beautiful, bright, and fun boots for kids that capture the innocence and delight of childhood. We are all about enticing authentic and natural living, in harmony with the great outdoors. We can't think of an audience that captures this essence better than the fizzing soda pop delight of a child laughing in the rain.

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