Back to School with Skechers

Back to School with Skechers

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Fourteen days. There are just fourteen days before The Heir starts kindergarten. I am pretty excited for this moment and I know The Heir just can’t wait to start school. With the start of kindergarten comes a whole host of things we need to get for The Heir. From notebooks to pencil crayons, felt markers to glue sticks, the list is a mile long! Though I’m not near done with that shopping list, at least The Heir’s feet have everything they need for the upcoming school year! That kindergarten list was mighty particular about what kind of shoes The Heir was going to need for school. In fact, he was going to need two pairs of shoes since one pair was going to remain at school all the time. Skechers to the rescue! Not only does Skechers have great styles that the kids love, but they also have shoes that kids can get on and off themselves (something I’m certain The Heir’s kindergarten teacher will appreciate). Here’s how we’re all getting ready for back to school with Skechers!

Picture this. There are 25 kids in a kindergarten class. They all arrive that first day with their indoor shoes for school, but there’s one problem… Every child has arrived with lace up shoes, but only three of those kids know how to tie their own shoes. How long do you think it will take that nice kindergarten teacher to get the shoes tied on 22 excited and nervous five year olds? Too long! In an effort to not be that parent, I’ve opted for Skechers with a velcro closure for The Heir. For his indoor shoes, The Heir has Skechers Nitrate Ion Blast running shoes. These runners are perfect for kindergarten. I know they’ll be doing some gym time, so a runner will be the most versatile shoe for him to take from classroom activities to the gymnasium. These shoes are super lightweight, and have a stretch lace closure with a velcro strap. The Heir has been putting these on and taking them off all by himself at home, so I know he’ll be able to do it at school too. Inside, the Nitrate Ion Blast shoes have a gel infused memory foam cushioned comfort insole. In other words, they’re like walking on a squooshy cloud. Though these shoes are a medium width, I do find them more on the narrow side. This isn’t an issue for The Heir as he has pretty narrow feet anyway. As an added bonus, this style comes in full and half sizes. The Heir could wear a size 11, but they’d likely be outgrown in just a couple of months. I ordered an 11.5 for him and they fit great with room to grow!

Back to School with Skechers

For his “outdoor” shoes, The Heir picked something a little more casual and cool. The Skechers Adapters Metro Way are the ones The Heir liked best. Though these are the shoes he’ll wear outside for recess, these are also the shoes he’ll be bringing home every day. For that reason, a shoe with a fairly versatile style is ideal. I’d call these a skate shoe, but that could just be my 90s showing. The Adapters Metro Way shoes aren’t quite as lightweight as the Nitrate Ion Blast runners, but I wouldn’t call them a heavy shoe by any stretch. The Adapters Metro Way are made with a suede upper with mesh accents around the heel. With a stretch lace closure and a velcro strap, The Heir has no trouble getting these shoes on and off all by himself. I love the bold colours that are on the sole of these shoes, and The Heir tells me these shoes are “awesome”. That’s a win! This style is available in full and half sizes, and they fit true to size. They are a medium width, and I’d say that’s spot on for the fit of these shoes.

Back to School with Skechers

Although The Heir is the only one starting school this September, it’s a fresh start for Petit Prince and I too! Though I hate to admit it, over the last two years I haven’t had much opportunity to do scheduled activities with Petit Prince. I did way more with The Heir when he was under two. A lot of this has to do with not being able to bring a preschooler with me to parented activities with Petit Prince (there was no way The Heir would have sat on the bench on the side of the pool if I did swimming lessons with Petit Prince). Unfortunately, The Heir’s preschool schedule didn’t line up well for the sports and library classes I had hoped to do with Petit Prince. This fall will be different! The Heir’s kindergarten is FULL DAY and five days a week. I know, right? That means I have an entire week of time to fill with just Petit Prince and I! To make sure Petit Prince was ready, he needed a pair of running shoes! I ordered him the Skechers Skech-Trax. For starters, oh my goodness, toddler runners are adorable! These Skech-Trax are more than just cute shoes though, these are great for little feet. Skech-Trax have a suede and mesh upper, and a stretch lace and velcro strap closure. With an always on the go toddler, a shoe that I can get on his feet easily with minimal fuss is a must. With the stretch lace, these runners open right up making it easy to get that thick little toddler foot into the shoe. Petit Prince loves these shoes. He grabs them from the front door and brings them to me all the time. They must be pretty comfy! Skech-Trax are super lightweight with a flexible shock absorbing midsole and a cushioned comfort insole perfect for toddler feet. Skech-Trax are available in full sizes only (toddler sizes), and are a medium width that fit true to size.

Back to School with Skechers

The kids aren’t the only ones having fun with new footwear for fall! I decided to branch out and get some shoes that are totally out of my normal style comfort zone. Because, why not? I’ve got kindergarten drop off and pick up, and all kinds of indoor and outdoor activities planned for Petit Prince and I. I wanted shoes that were comfortable, practical, but also popped in a way my other shoes just don’t. Skechers Moda Nebulae in charcoal were my pick. Yes, there are stars on my shoes. Yes, they’re silver metallic. Yes, they’re awesome. The Moda Nebulae shoes are a casual lace up sneaker. They have a soft suede upper, metallic star print, and a memory foam cushioned comfort insole. These shoes are perfect with jeans or leggings (aka my mom uniform), so I am going to be getting a ton of wear out of these. I’m so glad I branched out into a style I wouldn’t normally have gone for. There’s nothing like smiling every time you see shiny stars on your feet.

Back to School with Skechers

If you’re looking for school shoes for your little ones, or maybe you’re looking for a new pair for yourself, Skechers has a shoe that’s sure to be just what you’re after! Check out the full line up of Skechers available on their website, and if you’re in the US, you can shop direct from Skechers. In Canada, you can shop Skechers on Amazon via my affiliate link. Shop Skechers in Canada here.

Back to School with Skechers

How would you like the chance to WIN a pair of Skechers shoes? One lucky Canadian reader has the chance to win one pair of Skechers shoes of their choice! Just scroll down to the giveaway and get your entries in for a chance to win. This giveaway is open to Canadian residents only, 18+, and closes on September 6th, 2017. Sponsor is responsible for prize fulfillment. Don’t forget to follow the Glue Sticks & Crayons Giveaway Hop and enter the other awesome giveaways linked up below!

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102 Comments on “Back to School with Skechers

  1. If i were lucky enough to win i would love to choose the
    MODERN JOGGER – BOLTON for my son !

  2. If I were lucky enough to win, I would choose the multi flex in pink for me… My feet expanded during pregnancy and I could use runners that don’t hurt!

  3. I LOVE the stylish comfort & durability of Skechers shoes & boots. If I’m the lucky winner, would choose a pair of the Women YOU – Zen shoes.

  4. If I win I’d get the Women’s Flex Appeal 2.0 in black and light blue.

  5. If I won, I would choose the Girls’ S Lights: Glimmer Lites for my oldest daughter 🙂

  6. If I win I’d get the Women’s Flex Appeal 2.0 in black and light blue

  7. I rather like the Women’s Relaxed Fit: Bikers – Get With Knit. 🙂

  8. I would probably choose the Women’s YOU – Inspire because they look comfy for walking around campus!

  9. I would get a pair of Women’s Bobs Plush – Scratch Party for my daughter. She loves all things cats.

  10. I would love to gift this to my daughter to shop for my grandson – possibly Boys’ Nitrate – Ion Blast. So cute!

  11. I would choose the Boys’ S lights: energy lights elliptic if I won for
    My son who is headed to grade 1

  12. I love my Skecher shoes.. If I won I would select the
    CLEO – BEWITCH in Black so that I can wear to work!

  13. If I win I’d choose the Dream n’ Dash, such a cute shoe that my daughter would love.

  14. My son would love the Boys S Lights Flashpad Skirmash. Thanks for the giveaway!

  15. I would choose the Men’s D’Lites in black. Thanks for the giveaway.

  16. I would get the boys AIR ADVANTAGE – POWER MERGE shoes for my son if i won!

  17. If I won I’d like the Skechers Moda Nebulae from the post 🙂

  18. Oops…..yet again, I don’t see the Canada only line. Sorry about that.

  19. If I was the lucky winner I would pick the Women’s Hi-Lite – No Dice in black.

  20. A cool pair I’d choose is the Boys S LIGHTS: ENERGY LIGHTS – TARVOS! Love how Skechers is making all these innovative light-up styles!

  21. I really like the Women’s Bobs High Notes – Bell Kick. They’re so stylish.

  22. I would choose the Game Kicks: Swift Kicks – Emoti Match for my daughter.

  23. Well, in store, I will gather up a few pairs that are durable and comfortable. And then my daughter will have the choice in what she wants to wear. That way she feels a sense of independence (she has a will of iron at this young age!). And, I will be happy that she has a quality show that will last some time. Perhaps the Dream N Dash or the Sparkle Sprinters…

  24. I like the Women’s D’lites Fresh start as I have had over 26 foot surgeries, these look like they would be something I would be able to wear

  25. I’d pick the girls Shoutouts – Zipsters in black/rose gold for my kiddo!

  26. My daughter loves happy faces and has extremely small feet. I think that she would love either Expressionista (Twinkle toes) or Burst Emoti /cute for girls.

  27. I would get the Bob’s Keepsakes Ice Storm shoes in Grey. I’ve wanted these for a couple years to wear as slippers at home. They look so comfy and cozy!

  28. I love Sketchers! They have been around for a long time, and it seems like they get more and more stylish every year! I like buying them for my kids because they are both cute and affordable! They hold up really well too. 🙂

  29. Skechers have some great styles and they are some of my son’s favourites – he’s an adult.

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