Polliwalks Giveaway

September 29, 2009

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Casey B. Congrats!

Who says shoes can’t be fun? I always know when my son likes a pair of shoes. He either won’t take them off or I can’t keep them on. Coming from a mom who’s a little shoe crazy, you would expect nothing less than a boy with too many shoes (according to the hubby). My son doesn’t have a LOT of shoes, but he has a few pairs. Children, at the very least, need play shoes, dress shoes, and water shoes. Their little feet grow quickly but I do believe in quality over price when it comes to kids’ shoes.

polliwalks_logo Thanks to Polliwalks, we received a FUN pair of Fishlips sandals. These shoes are great for the beach (in my opinion). They feature “squishy fishy lips that change from white to purple in the UV rays of the sun.” Thankfully, they come with a removable elastic strap (otherwise, my son would never be able to keep them on). They’re waterproof, lightweight and comfortable. Kids will love the little fish imprint they’ll leave in the sand. While I wouldn’t have my so wear these to the park or to school, I think they’re great for beach days or even just lazying around the house. They’re also easy for children to get on and off.

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Here is a little more information about the company:

Polliwalks was born from the imagination of long time footwear designer and former toy designer, Joel Rusnak. He had the idea that children’s shoes should be fun and offer toy like features that will make wearing shoes a playful experience, while offering support, stability and comfort for little feet. The Polliwalks™ team is dedicated to creating innovative shoes that appeal to the fun side of being a child.

Pricing for the shoes vaires from $20-$30, depending on the retailers. You’ll find Polliwalks at Zappos, Amazon, Nordstrom and retailers nationwide.

Win It! One of you will win a Polliwalks. Simply head on over to the site and take a look around. Come back and leave me a comment with your favorite pair. Comments will close on October 13, 2009 at 10 PM PST. One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

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Eleven Giveaway

May 29, 2009

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Reiza. Congrats!

A quality-made pair of shoes is important for little feet. I try to budget so that we are able to spend some money on good shoes for my son. I recently had an opportunity to check out Eleven’s brand new selection of shoes for spring and summer. I chose the Josef shoes for my son and when I opened them, I was beyond impressed. They are stylish, flexible, and super comfy (at least they look that way!). Here is a little more information about Eleven from the site:

We believe in providing children the perfect shoes for every occasion, sophisticated and functional. Eleven’s impeccably made shoes all feature soft leather uppers, and flexible, durable rubber soles for superior traction. The cushioned insole makes each step a comfortable one, and all shoes feature easy on and off Velcro or zipper closures.

This is a company that has truly designed shoes for children (as opposed to a company that manufactures children’s shoes). Their shoes stand out above the rest when it comes to fit, fashion, and function. First, they’re super soft and made of premium leather that allows little feet to breathe. The insole is cushioned and soles are flexible which means they don’t have to be “broken in.” They’re easy for kids to get on off since they’re designed with a velcro strap. The shoes are sturdy and I appreciate the traction and grip they provide since my son has discovered that running is much more fun than walking. The shoes are also extremely stylish and are offered in a variety of fun, kid-friendly colors. I love the way the company describes their sense of style….”Timeless vintage styles with swank modern accents….Classic and intelligent city-chic design…Effortlessly playful, elegant shoes.”

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Eleven is a collection designed for children ages 3 through 8 and offers shoes in sizes 9-3. They’re normally price around $50 but today through June 5, you can purchase styles for $20 to $35 (wow!). Do you have a toddler? Check out the company’s sister site, See Kai Run (which I’ll be reviewing shortly).

Win It! One of you will win a pair of shoes from Eleven (your choice!). Simply head on over to the site and take a look at their entire collection. Come back and leave me a comment with your favorite (other than the ones I reviewed, please). Comments will close on June 12, 2009 at 10 PM PST. One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.