Children's winter boots
fashion models
Before the arrival of winter, parents think about buying warm and beautiful shoes for children. Today, there are various fashionable models of children's winter boots on the market. A large selection of winter shoes allows you to choose boots for girls, boys, teenagers and toddlers.
Lined with natural fur
Warm boots with natural fur are traditional winter boots for children. Natural fur will not allow the leg to freeze even with a long stay in the fresh air. Fur does not cause allergies and does not irritate the skin. For children, it is better to choose boots whose fur is sewn along the entire height of the boot.
To keep warm, natural sheepskin is usually used. It has a lot of useful properties. For the production of shoes, sheepskin with a high pile density is used. Thanks to it, an air layer is created in the boot, which is a good insulator. Such insulation does not get wet and allows you to leave your feet dry.
Orthopedic
Orthopedic shoes are used for the prevention and treatment of foot pathology. For winter, there are children's orthopedic boots. They have a range of features:
- The heel should be fixed with a hard back;
- Shock-absorbing outsole provides even load;
- Special fasteners will help to adjust the rise of the foot and fullness;
- To prevent blockage of the foot on the side, the Thomas heel will help.
Properly shaping the leg, as well as protecting it from dislocations during a fall, will ensure tight fixation of the ankle joint. It is recommended to buy orthopedic winter shoes with a child. It is not permissible to buy boots for growth. Shoes that are large in size will not be able to properly fix the ankle joint. It is better to choose such a model from natural materials.
Waterproof
In winter, in slushy weather, children need waterproof boots. Snowboots are perfect for this time of year. Every year they become more and more popular, both for girls and boys. The bottom of these boots is made of durable waterproof rubber. Many mothers are afraid of the presence of rubber in winter boots. However, for insulated models, heat-resistant rubber is used, which is not the same as in ordinary rubber boots. In the cold, it bends well and does not harden. Inside, the boots are insulated with natural sheep wool.
With spikes
In ice, shoes with ordinary soles may not be suitable. Studded shoes help to avoid bruises and falls. The sole of such shoes is made of dense rubber or rubber. The spikes can be distributed throughout the foot or just in the heel. They allow you to quickly slow down and prevent a fall.
An alternative to studded shoes are ice shoes or snowshoes. These are special nozzles that are worn over children's shoes. They are an elastic sole equipped with spikes.
Sports
For sports and active games on the street, children need sports shoes.Incorrectly selected sports shoes can lead to a violation of the foot in the future. Therefore, sports shoes should be of high quality, light, do not restrict the movements of the foot and fix the leg well.
The sole of sports models should be flexible, elastic and not “cloud” in the cold. The material of the top of sports models is made from a breathable material that can remove moisture and at the same time maintain an optimal temperature inside the boot.
Membrane
The most popular winter footwear today are membrane boots. This is a light and practical shoe that is ideal for winter.
A certain microclimate is maintained inside the membrane boot. The membrane allows the foot to “breathe”, removing excess moisture. At the same time, it does not allow water and cold air to pass through.
Many manufacturers have taken up the production of thermal shoes, as a result of which there are different types of membranes on the market. But it is worth remembering that the manufacture of the membrane is an expensive process and such shoes cannot be cheap. Cheaper models do not retain heat well and get wet.
Glowing
Luminous winter boots are very popular among children. Flickering in the dark can be like shoe details, laces, soles, or all at once. The most popular shoes with luminous soles. Such shoes glow in the dark after charging in the sun, USB or small batteries.
Outwardly, they look like ordinary shoes. The whole secret of them lies in the sole. They are well suited for both boys and girls. Very fond of luminous shoes little children.
Parents love glowing boots for their practical features. In such shoes, the child will not go unnoticed by motorists when crossing the roadway.
With a high degree of insulation
For severe frosts, as well as for a long stay on the street, special boots with a high degree of insulation have been created. Felt boots and high fur boots are traditional footwear in cold weather in Russia.
Felt boots are traditionally made from felt. It is a warm and environmentally friendly material made from sheep's wool. They are lightweight, warm and wick away moisture well. The traditional felt boots have been replaced by boots with rubber soles, which do not allow the foot to get wet. For severe cold weather, modern felt boots have an additional insulation in the form of a lining made of sheep's wool. These shoes are suitable for temperatures up to -30 degrees.
Fur boots are suitable for frosts down to -25 degrees. Real high fur boots are made from deer paws, insulated with natural sheep's wool. In addition to their heat-saving properties, they are also incredibly stylish and fashionable.
Especially warm are boots with a new modern insulation - thinsulate. It is made of microfibers twisted into a spiral, having a hollow structure. It is light, warm and has a small thickness. Shoes with such insulation are suitable even for the most severe frosts.
Velcro
There are a lot of options for fixing shoes, but Velcro is the most convenient for children. It is very practical and convenient. Any kid can handle this clasp. It is very convenient to put on Velcro shoes for children in kindergarten.
The disadvantage of Velcro boots is their fragility. Such a fastener can wear out and stop sticking.
Trekking
Trekking boots are designed for tourism and hiking. In urban conditions, they have become a good substitute for heavy winter shoes. Teenagers love to wear this model. Lightweight and durable trekking boots are made using modern technologies.
They are very stable, have good adhesion to the surface and will not let the child fall, even in ice. Fixation on the foot is carried out with the help of lacing on external loops.
The upper material is usually made of a membrane, but there are also leather models. They protect your feet well from the penetration of wind and perfectly remove moisture. Trekking boots fix the foot well, preventing dislocations.
colors
The color option for winter boots for children is large and depends on the gender of the child.
Shoes for girls are presented in various colors. Traditionally, many girls choose juicy and bright colors. Quite often, girls' shoes are pink, lilac and purple. They have an attractive design and can be decorated with various accessories such as embroidery, fur trim and braid.
For boys, parents choose shoes in neutral colors. The most common colors of winter boots for boys are black, grey, brown and blue. They can be decorated with various stripes and images.
materials
When choosing winter boots, it is important to pay attention to the material from which they are made. The main materials on the market today are genuine leather, artificial leather and high-tech synthetic materials.
Genuine leather boots are the most wearable, elastic and comfortable. Genuine leather is soft, pleasant to the touch and has "breathing" properties. When properly worn, leather boots can last a long time.
Faux leather is cheaper than real leather. However, it is not well suited for children's winter shoes. For all its external attractiveness, it is not elastic, does not let air through and cracks in the cold.Buying winter boots made of leatherette is not recommended for children.
High-tech synthetic materials, although not natural, have many useful properties. For example, such materials are used in the production of membrane shoes. They retain heat well, remove excess moisture and do not get wet.
How to choose
The choice of children's winter boots is a responsible matter. After all, the health of children depends on the right shoes. Poorly selected winter shoes can lead to hypothermia and, as a result, colds and other troubles.
- Take your child with you to try on shoes;
- When buying children's winter boots, you need to correctly determine the size. In tight shoes, the child's fingers will freeze. Shoes that are two sizes larger will also keep your feet warm;
- The sole of footwear for winter should be flexible and non-slip;
- The insole in the shoe should be made of fur and well sewn;
- The boot must have a hard heel and arch support;
- Choose insulation from natural materials.
What to wear
Children's winter boots are well suited for both boys and girls. Boys wear them with jeans, trousers or panties.
Girls prefer to wear winter boots with jeans or leggings tucked inside.