I received the item right on time. Thank goodness too because I had a child who was very anxious to receive them. Although the first pair was too large and was returned, these fit perfectly. They are really a nice looking shoe. The leather, while not patten,  is lustrous. The shoe is slender, the buckle dainty yet functional, and the quality overall seems good. I do like these better than the Capezio's which I have been getting for a few years now.  The only thing is that as these do not secure with Velcro  strap your child will need to either be able to fasten the buckle herself or will require a moment's help. An attractive shoe.