Startrite Childrens Shoes at The Golden Boot

— Startrite are generous on sizing, it is not unknown to go down half a size on your measured size (based on a Clarks measure gauge).

Startrite is a brand that focuses on fit and so the majority of their styles are made in half sizes and come in a variety of different width fittings. Some Startrite designs are available from a very narrow D fitting right through to a wide H fitting.

— Startrite leathers are dyed all the way through, this is to help with scuff coverage. Unlike other brands when the leather is scuffed a grey colour will appear underneath. In Startrite shoes this does not happen as the dye has penetrated through the lower levels of leather and so when the leather is scuffed, it remains the correct colour.

— What you are describing is common in school children, it is called pronation where the foot rolls inwards. Startrite shoes have elongated heel stiffeners which keep the ankle in place and prevent the foot from turning inwards.

— The care label inside your Startrite Canvas shoe will have washing instructions. We recommend that you wash the shoes on the low temperature, it may be best to put the canvas shoes in an old pillow case before washing them.

— It is usual for a child to have one foot bigger than the other. A trained fitter would always fit the shoe to the largest foot to provide adequate growing room. If the difference in size is quite noticeable

— We would definitely recommend that you wear socks with your sandals or canvas shoes for the first few times. This will give the shoes time to soften and protect your child’s delicate foot against rubbing and blisters. Once the leather or canvas has given a little you will be able to wear the shoes without socks.

— All Startrite shoes have built in arch support in the insole. This prevents flat feet and supports the foot comfortably.

— For leather Startrite shoes you should use a cream polish. This will help to nourish the leather uppers, covering marks and scuffs.

For patent shoes we would recommend Dasco Patent Gloss, just spray the shoes regularly to maintain the high gloss finish of the product.

For suede and nubuck Startrite shoes a protector spray would be the most suitable option. You should spray the shoes regularly to prevent water marks and stains.

— The majority of Startrite shoes are leather lined, the brand prefers to use leather linings as they keep feet healthy and allows them to breathe. Some of their sporty styles have mesh linings which are still breathable and padded for comfort. All descriptions on our site will state the lining of shoe. If you require anymore help give us a call on 01622 752349, a member of staff will happily describe any feature if Startrite shoes that you may have a query about.

— Yes Startrite produce shoes suitable for each walking stage including crawlers and cruisers. Startrite pre walkers are all extremely lightweight and flexible making them extra kind to tiny feet. All their prewalkers also feature soles with good grip to give a little extra confidence to encourage your child to move on to the next stage of development.

If you need any help with finding which type of prewalker would be the best choice for you and your child just pop in store where a fully trained member of staff would be more than happy to help.

— Yes Startrite do produce classic plain sports trainers, perfect for P.E or out of school sports activities.

— Yes, Rhino is a sub brand of Startrite. Rhino are designed to be more suited to a fashion conscious teenager but the shoe designs included in the range are still focused on fit, comfort and quality just like Startrite shoes.