Stride Rite sells at a premium, but in my experience the brand continues to live up to its reputation. This is noteworthy in a time where this is the exception and not the rule with major brands! I bought this shoe because it is sturdy on the bottom for my early walker (at 8 months!) one year old son, yet it is also very easy to get on and off and is very comfortable against his sensitive skin. The online photos look exactly like the shoe, and I highly recommend this product.