My 7 year old loves, loves, loves these shoes. They are comfy and well made. I bought her a pair 2 years ago, and her only issue was she started outgrowing them. So here's to that first pair that have lasted through shuffling, dragging, dancing, kicking, running, and anything else a child can put a pair of shoes through and they still look new. No problems with separation, no problems with gems falling off, no problems with strap or buckle! Really Great quality, will buy again.