My child absolutely loves these colorful shoes. They're pretty sturdy and also flexible. The mesh part allows for air to flow through which is great for my little one as she always wants to wear socks no matter how hot outside. They do seem to run a bit on the small side. My child wears something in between a 5.5 and 6 and these I had to push on to her. That colorful strap across the top of the foot is not stretchy so there's not much give to stretch the shoe open to get it on. Somewhat of a struggle to get on, but the fit is spot on right now. They may not last long as she grows. Suggest getting a size up from your child's normal size if you plan to get a pair.