Besides the fact that these shoes are super cool with sideways velcro straps and colors that match various outfits (not that a toddler needs too much style), they are also of great quality. Our babe has little fat square feet -- wide. The wide fits him perfectly; whereas, other brands, not so much. A bit expensive for a kid that will out grow shoes, but why not have a good shoe for your walking child (I am assuming it probably helps with back support, arch support, etc. to have a quality shoe).