Shoelace closure
The advantage of lace-up shoes, especially for small children, is that The shoes can be better adapted to the foot thanks to the lacing. This means that children's feet have better support and the fit can be adjusted to narrow or wider feet. It's best to tie a double knot in it, then the shoe won't come undone. Smaller children in particular like to pull on the shoelaces or open the Velcro fasteners. A lace-up shoe with a double knot usually maintains its fit for a very long time and stays well on the foot.Wide, comfortable entry
Especially young children still have a grasping reflex at first and curl their little toes when putting on their shoes. Therefore, this model opens very wide for easy entry.Barefoot shoes for your first steps outside
Children should ideally go barefoot for as long as possible. Especially during those first steps, when little ones are still clumsily exploring their world, street shoes can be more of a hindrance than a help. Even the most flexible rubber sole can be too much for some children. When pulling themselves up, crawling, and then taking small steps, little ones need a flexible sole that offers maximum flexibility, particularly in the midfoot. Only once children can walk independently for a while should they wear proper footwear! But what can parents do when it's chilly outside and they want to take their little ones out for a quick trip – to the playground, a few steps on the street, or walking alongside the stroller? Simple leather crawling shoes are often insufficient, especially in cooler temperatures. That's why we designed the "Porto" model. It's not designed for long walks on asphalt, but rather for short trips. Run startto keep little feet warm and protected.Super flexible minimalist sole
Wide, soft leather sole with a non-slip rubber insert for first steps. The sole is made of leather, so it can of course be worn by young children, but it wouldn't necessarily withstand continuous use on asphalt. For runners, we recommend our Primero soles or our barefoot soles.Material:
We deliberately chose suede because it is even softer and more flexible than smooth leather. Our natural leathers are vegetable-tanned and chrome-free. Porto is lined with cozy, warm wool.Care
Should your "Porto" shoes get dirty or wet, simply let them dry thoroughly (do not place them on a radiator). Then brush them clean. You can also waterproof the shoes. Ideally, use an eco-friendly waterproofing spray. Apply it to the soles as well; this will make the shoes more water-repellent. It's best to apply the waterproofing spray in the evening and let it soak in overnight.100% wool lining (organic), cuddly warm
Wool has high breathability and excellent heat-insulating properties – essentially like a small, natural air conditioner. Virgin wool from controlled organic animal husbandry is produced without the use of pesticides and insecticides. This applies to both the animals and the land on which they graze.Additional information
Fit of children's shoes
The human foot takes approximately 18 years to fully develop. Of course, it grows fastest in the beginning. Therefore, you parents should check the fit of your children's shoes every 3-4 months. For POLOLO street shoes, we have always developed removable soles - as far as this was possible for the respective style. On the one hand, you can easily replace a sole (e.g. add a wool sole for the winter) and you can use it to measure the foot length and fit very well. If the imprint of the big toe is already dangerously far forward, then your child has already grown again and is due for the next shoe size. Our soles are all very flexible, especially our Barefoot collection.
POLOLO pursues the highest ecological standards
When producing our POLOLOs in Spain, we pay great attention to ecological, pollutant-free materials and workmanship throughout the entire production chain. We only use German natural leather that is vegetable tanned and certified, organic quality cotton (organic / kbA) and wool from controlled organic animal husbandry (organic / kbT). POLOLOs are allergy-friendly and therefore our leathers are naturally chrome-free.
