Kaden has been walking for the past month, each day getting faster and more confident. He seems to prefer getting around barefoot, however, the weather has changed and temps are in the single digits which means cold little feet. In looking for shoes for him, I want to make sure I'm doing what's best for his developing little feet, while at the same time keeping them safe and warm. I also like to find shoes that are cute and stylish as well as affordable. I know, I'm pretty picky...but when it comes to my kids...I want the best! That's why I was thankful when introduced to JEMOS Footwear...offering a great selection of soft-soled and comfortable shoes for infants and toddlers that are also super cute and eco-friendly!
Founded in 2008 as the original eco-friendly shoe line exclusively for infants and toddlers, JEMOS Footwear is a small family-owned and operated company offering 26 styles of hand made, soft soled footwear for infants and toddlers in 5 sizes ranging from newborn (0-6 months) through toddler (24+ months). They are dedicated to providing fun, stylish and eco-friendly footwear resulting in comfortable, hand sewn moccasin style shoes perfect for crawlers, first time walkers and toddlers. The buttery soft leathers are sourced from high quality furniture manufacturers ensuring a quality shoe, and less waste for the earth!
As I browsed the JEMOS website, I was impressed with their selection of adorable girls shoes and boys shoes. With Kaden in need of a quality pair of shoes especially, I was instantly drawn to the Blake style and excited to learn we were going to have the opportunity to review a pair.
Features/Benefits:
- Hand-stitched from high quality buttery soft earth friendly leather remnants
- Flexible leather footbed
- 4 mm thick padded sole for comfort
- Extra cushioned ankles
- Plenty of toe space for growing feet
- Velcro closure for easy dressing
Upon opening the box, I found an adorable, plush giraffe finger puppet which is the JEMOS mascot. Each box of shoes includes one, which I think is really neat. My kids were thrilled!
Of course, I couldn't wait to check out the shoes. Just taking them out of the box, I could already tell the buttery soft leather is top of the line. It's incredibly soft, yet durable enough to withstand a child's active feet. I absolutely love that JEMOS only uses 100% new, hand choses and high quality leather remnants that are eco-friendly. Their leathers are also tested for both wear and safety.
The padded ankle cushioning and extra cushioned sole seems to make them very comfortable (I wish I could find a pair of these shoes in my size!) and flexible. The footbed is thick enough though, that I have peace of mind knowing his little feet are safe and warm.
I used the size chart found right on the JEMOS Footwear website which worked out perfectly. As I slid the shoes on Kaden's feet...they fit great! They're snug enough that they won't fall off, yet roomy enough with the comfy toe box...that there is plenty of wiggle space and room to grow.
The Velcro-closure is great. It makes it easy to get the shoes on and off and is much preferred over tie shoes. I was a little concerned that Kaden would try to take them off...but he hasn't even touched them. I have a feeling he's enjoying the comfort of walking on a soft padded sole as much as I would!
Oh, and did I mention that they are absolutely adorable?! I love the style, as well as the leather/suede combination on the Blake shoes. They are perfect for my little man and go with almost every outfit he wears. We've received several compliments on how cute they are.
Best of all, Kaden loves them. He is not fond of walking around in most shoes, however...hasn't seemed to mind these at all. He gets around just as well as he does barefoot. I like knowing that they're protecting his feet, while allowing them to develop the way they should.
Overall I've been very impressed with the Blake Shoes from JEMOS. The quality is amazing and they seem very comfortable for Kaden's developing little feet. I can tell they will last us through the wear and tear of daily use which is great! If you're looking for adorable, unique and original shoes for your little one, I'd highly recommend checking out JEMOS Footwear!
They would also make a fantastic gift this holidays season. In fact, they have a great Holiday Promotion you might be interested in. For a limited time only, you receive FREE shipping and a FREE mystery pair with your purchase of 2 or more pairs from the JEMOS online store. Any shoes, any style, any size!
Buy It: You can purchase the Blake shoes from JEMOS for $28.
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