Trainer Guide | Cool Kicks for Busy Kids
Nothing will put a spring in their step quite like a fresh pair of trainers. Maybe it’s the excitement of opening the shoebox, or the feeling they get when they wear them for the first time. Either way, there’s no beating it! As the newest, comfiest and coolest styles arrive at Childrensalon, keep pace with your little one’s growing feet by choosing the right trainers to suit their needs. From high-tops to low-tops, lace-ups to easy-on Velcro, kids with places to be will find the perfect companions to take them there.
For those who like their trainers with plenty of personality, there are lots of fun designs and colours to choose from, like Moschino’s colour pops, Gucci’s GG monogram print and Lelli Kelly’s signature sparkle and shine. Top of your agenda will be their comfort, and features like supportive footbeds and breathable materials will cushion their every step. So, if they’ve outgrown their favourite pair, or worn them out, keep reading to discover some of the coolest kicks at Childrensalon this season.
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21 Aug 2023
High-Top Trainers
Put their best foot forward in a pair of comfortable high-tops. Happy feet, guaranteed.
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Fresh from the basketball court and straight into their wardrobe, high-tops are preppy, polished and kind to little ankles. The style's signature elongated shape gives extra support and protection, and they look good with everything from sports gear to jeans and dresses. We love Burberry’s Mini Jack cobalt-blue high-tops with their varsity B logo and breathable, cushioning leather insoles, and Gucci’s 1977 trainers, featuring GG print and signature Web tape detailing. Both come with a handy side zip for speedy getaways to the park. For a fun take, Lelli Kelly's colourful trainers are sure to keep them in high spirits. Pink sequins, glitter and embossed stars decorate this playful pair, and the practical heel tab makes getting them on and off easy. The rubber soles also guarantee good grip so they can hop, skip and jump to their heart's content.
Classic Lace-Ups
Lace-up trainers are a staple in any shoe collection. Just add their favourite logos to the mix.
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If your little sneaker lover is looking for a classic pair of trainers, our collection of lace-ups will be right up their street. This season, logos are leading the way: oversized, contrasting, and printed on every part of the shoe. Dolce & Gabbana’s white Daymaster low-tops are one of the brand’s bestsellers, and it’s easy to see why. Crafted in Italy from quality leather and suede, these stylish trainers feature designer detailing across the laces, sole and heel — and you can’t miss the DG interlocked logo on the side. For styles that perform, VEJA's collection of technical trainers are designed to offer breathability, flexibility and lightness thanks to their Alveomesh uppers, a smart fabric crafted using recycled polyester, making them the ideal choice for weekend activities and after-school sports.
Velcro Trainers
No time for laces? Add a pair of easy-fasten trainers to their collection.
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Laces can prove challenging for little and big kids alike, which is where our Velcro trainers come in. Brands including Monnalisa and Tommy Hilfiger have all kinds of shapes, sizes and colours, plus the Velcro tabs encourage independence and are a real time saver. In your search for the perfect pair, you’ll come across French footwear label VEJA, whose trainers are made consciously and using kind-to-planet materials. The V-10 is crafted from a coated organic cotton and features recycled polyester lining and responsibly sourced Amazonian rubber soles. Collectors will appreciate the plethora of cool colourways too, such as this jazzy metallic silver with pink V logo. And for kids on the go, comfort and support come as standard from footwear expert Geox. The Italian brand's functional trainers react to every step, pace and rhythm of life with perforated soles to increase breathability and shock-absorbing footbeds.
For everything else, discover the full collection here.
