Biomecanics
Friendly footwear designed to protect and adapt to the foot’s shape at each stage of its development.
Along with the Biomechanics Institute of Valencia, we have developed friendly footwear that adapts to the morphological characteristics of the child’s foot and that evolves with it at each stage, protecting the foot with the freedom it needs.
Birkenstock
It all started in a cobbler’s workshop in the central German state of Hesse. Since day one, everything at BIRKENSTOCK revolves around the original BIRKENSTOCK footbed and a natural gait. We offer sustainable products which combine functionality, quality, tradition and style – for maximum comfort every step of the way!
The original BIRKENSTOCK footbed is the heart of all our models. While today it is synonymous with exceptional comfort, the word “footbed” was first used by BIRKENSTOCK in the 1930s to describe anatomically shaped inner soles with special support elements.
The right footwear, the anatomically shaped footbed and a perfect fit form the basis for healthy feet and a healthy gait. With a correct fit sore feet, pressure points or malpositions can be prevented. If you are uncertain about the exact size and width of your next pair of BIRKENSTOCKS, we will gladly help you find the perfect fit – from measuring your feet to adjusting the straps.
To guarantee optimum comfort, we offer our original footbed in two widths: “regular” for normal to sturdy feet and “narrow” for slim and more narrow feet.
BOBUX
One of our favourite brands that we’ve seen grow since stomp opened and our customers love it!
It started in New Zealand back in 1991 when Chris and Colleen Bennett needed shoes for their daughter, not finding anything suitable led them to design the world’s first all leather Soft Sole. As their daughter was so comfy in her leather soft soles, Chris thought other children may benefit from his design. Indeed they did because by 1997 they were selling their comfy shoes across into Europe. In 2007 came the step up and i-walk ranges, Step Up for first walkers, and I-Walk for toddlers. Step Ups give first walkers more flexibility for their softer, more malleable feet while I-Walks are designed with more durability for toddlers’ stronger, more active feet.
At stomp, the love for Bobux continues to grow and we were super pleased when, in 2017, Bobux extended the range with a new stage for bigger kids: Kid+. Designed for natural movement with more durability, and built on a custom last that follow the more mature curves of their feet. With this came the much longed for school shoes too.
Bogs
Life in the great outdoors can be cold and wet but your feet don’t need to be! Bogs, from Oregon, have been designed to keep feet warm and dry whatever the weather with their 100% technology.
Camper
We are a contemporary footwear brand from the island of Mallorca, Spain. Founded in 1975, we are a family business with a rich shoemaking heritage that we use to create unique designs. Every season we strive to reinvent some of our classic concepts while continuing to challenge the status quo with new and original designs. We often find that there is a Camper style for every walk of life.
Founded in Mallorca in 1975, Lorenzo Fluxa created Camper to respond to the demand for a new and fresh style of footwear. With a rich heritage in shoemaking, a unique brand was created full of diversity and contrast which is now admired the world over. Camper’s shoes are still designed and developed in Inca, in the rural heart of Mallorca. Here a young creative team work alongside artisans to create approximately 500 models each season. Now in its fourth generation, the brand’s footprint has stretched around the globe with stores in more than 40 countries.
Chipmunks
Chipmunks Footwear is a collection of fun and fashionable children’s shoes especially designed to look after those precious little feet!
The brand was established in 1996 and since then we have sold over 5 million pairs. Chipmunks offers real value for money without compromising on quality.
At Chipmunks we know that infant shoes must be flexible, roomy and simply made. Our wider fitting shoes accommodate young toes and feet allowing them to grow naturally without restrictions or pressures.
The brand is owned by Courtaulds, which was established in 1816 and is made up of several divisions including footwear, intimates and legwear and produces over 120 million garments and shoes every year.
We have also manufactured for many big names on the UK high street including Clarks and Marks & Spencer – so we know a thing or two about making quality shoes!
Put together by the creative and sourcing teams based here in London and the Far East, we manufacture almost all our products in our own factory in southern China.
The Chipmunks range is mainly produced from premium soft leathers and suedes and use linings such as warm fleece to ensure cozy little feet.
We try to incorporate as many features and benefits to our range as we can such as side zips, easy clean materials and extra grip soles.
Crocs
In 2002, Crocs introduced the world to one of the most unique brands that anyone had ever seen: they were different and it made some people uncomfortable. Now, hundreds of millions of shoes later, they make the world comfortable.
Crocs™ footwear is manufactured in China, Italy, Mexico, Vietnam or Bosnia. Legendary Croslite™ foam cushioning offers all-day comfort and support.
Froddo
A fulfilled childhood has nothing to do with cleanliness, obedience or listening to your mum who hassles you to eat the whole apple. A happy child is a little playful child who has the freedom to enjoy a game with his friends, to discover how much sand will fit in the hole next to the tree, how many worms can fit into a small cup or how fast can he eat a whole chocolate bar. No child is the same just as no foot is the same. We celebrate this diversity, we celebrate it and we do not want to practice the one-size-fits-all approach among children because in this way all the beauty is lost. We want to make children feel as if this individual shoe, boot, sandal or trainer is made just for them – for James, Alex, Frieda, Lota, Phillip or Petra. Children who grow up freely are not only happier, but they also leave distinct footprints.
Ivančica was established as a small business made up of a group of shoemakers. Through mutual assistance, updating our knowledge and hard work, we have become a company with over one thousand employees – today a leading footwear manufacturer in Croatia. We have grown in size, but the spirit of initial enthusiasm and solidarity has remained the same – from as far back as 1946.
Ivančica produces 5,000 pairs of shoes a day. Since a man takes an average of 18,000 steps a day, and a child even more, we believe that each of these steps is our responsibility, but also our reward. Every shoe that we offer on the market is produced in an environmentally friendly way without any harmful substances and compounds such as Chromium (VI). In addition, in the manufacture of our footwear we use exclusively water-based adhesives. We produce shoes that care about the environment, as well as the health of children.
Ivančica produces 5,000 pairs of shoes a day. Since a man takes an average of 18,000 steps a day, and a child even more, we believe that each of these steps is our responsibility, but also our reward. Every shoe that we offer on the market is produced in an environmentally friendly way without any harmful substances and compounds such as Chromium (VI). In addition, in the manufacture of our footwear we use exclusively water-based adhesives. We produce shoes that care about the environment, as well as the health of children.
Geox-Italy
The Geox Group creates, produces, promotes and distributes Geox-brand footwear and apparel, the main feature of which is the use of innovative and technological solutions that can guarantee the ability to breathe and remain waterproof at the same time.
The extraordinary success that Geox has achieved is due to the technological characteristics of its shoes and apparel.
Thanks to a technology that has been protected by 38 different patents and by 24 more recent patent applications registered in Italy and extended internationally, “Geox” products ensure technical characteristics that improve foot and body comfort in a way that consumers are able to appreciate immediately.
Geox’s innovation stems essentially from the creation and development of special outsoles: thanks to a special membrane that is permeable to vapour but impermeable to water, rubber outsoles are able to breathe and leather outsoles remain waterproof. In the apparel sector the innovation increases the expulsion of body’s internal humidity thanks to hollow spaces and aerators.
Geox is market leader in Italy in its own segment and is one of the leading brands world-wide in the “International Lifestyle Casual Footwear Market” (source: Shoe Intelligence, 2018).
Gola
Gola has grown from humble beginnings to become an internationally recognised brand. Today, we have customers across the globe and are famous for our selection of trainers, plimsolls and bags.
However, our brand has very humble beginnings and was born in 1905 in a small factory in central England. Soon, our shoe designs soared in popularity and we began expanding our range to suit changing trends and our customers’ demands.
Despite two World Wars and countless commercial competition, we continued to build on our knowledge and experience and before we knew it, Gola was the number one sportswear brand of the 1960s and ‘70s, and the go-to range for passionate fans and professional sportspeople.
We’re very proud of our roots and journey to the top. Some of our personal Gola highlights have to be the international craze that followed the launch of the Harrier in the late 1960s and the iconic Gola bag in the early 1970s. Throughout the 1970s, Gola was also seen on the pitches of major football clubs. Even to this day, we proudly combine British heritage with contemporary designs by merging original Gola styles with the latest trends.
It’s fair to say that Gola has stood the test of time and made its mark on the fashion world and we’re happy to say that we’ve never lost that mindset of creating high-quality footwear and accessories for anyone who loves style and sport.
Grass And Air
Grass & Air is an outerwear brand bringing fun playwear that makes it easy for kids to get outdoors for adventures, whatever the weather.
How we make our products-
Designed by experts, we have vast experience in producing garments that fit well and can withstand everyday wear, meaning that we can deliver great technical designs that also offer a sense of urban fashion.
Parents will love the styling and durability. We’ve taken inspiration from classic, minimalistic designs and injected fun so that they will be loved by kids too. We are really excited to be developing specialist prints onto our waterproof fabrics. From cool, reflective designs to help children be seen in the dark, to colour-changing prints that reveal a fun design when it rains, kids will be happy to get out and play, whatever the weather.
Hatley
Back in the 80s, Alice and John Oldland moved from Toronto, Canada, to the lakeside village of North Hatley, Québec, where they opened a gift shop called the Little Blue House (la Petite maison bleue). Alice, a painter, was inspired by the surrounding countryside and designed a series of aprons featuring her whimsical farm animals. The aprons sold like hot cakes and it wasn’t long before other stores wanted to sell them too. And thus, was born the Little Blue House gift line. Alice and John quickly grew their cottage business supplying stores with the best cow and pig aprons the world had EVER seen! Soon after, cows and pigs gave birth to moose and bears; aprons led to apparel and many other gift items.
In the late 90s when John and Alice were ready to retire, they handed the reins to their three sons, Chris, Nick and Jeremy. Deciding to focus even more on themes found in the wilds of Canada, the brothers introduced comfy sleepwear for women and continued to grow the gift line further still. Soon after, the siblings embraced fatherhood for the first time. This new chapter in their lives inspired the launch of a children’s premium fashion line that you know today as the Hatley brand. Spurred on by a growing library of original illustrations, the company developed a collection of colourfully printed apparel, sleepwear and trendsetting rainwear also under the Hatley brand. Always looking for a new challenge, Hatley designed its first full women’s apparel collection in 2010.
While today the company is headquartered in Montreal, Hatley’s heart and soul is still very much in North Hatley. The village’s heritage, its gorgeous lake and simple lifestyle continue to influence everything the company designs. In fact, North Hatley has been the backdrop of many campaign photo shoots and will continue to be.
And so, what started as a small gift shop in cottage country, has today become an international gift and apparel business loved the world over. Hatley and Little Blue House designs are now sold in 38 countries around the world and the brothers continue to ensure that Hatley stands for the same principles on which it was first founded: family, thoughtful designs, made-to-last quality and, of course, a sense of humour.
Hummel
BEFORE THE CONTRACTS, BEFORE THE AGENTS, BEFORE THE BILLION DOLLAR STADIUMS…
… there was hummel. Founded in 1923, hummel is a Danish footwear and sportswear brand with deep roots in football and handball.
hummel is one of the oldest, most dedicated team sport brands in the business and our iconic chevrons have always worked as a symbol of how we like to do things a little differently – always with a twist and (a whole lot of) character. Values that apply to the company’s numerous sponsorships around the world.
IT ALL COMES DOWN TO SPORTS
Everything we do at hummel starts and ends with sports. This also applies to our different fashion sub-brands: hummel Sport Style, hummel Hive as well as our many collabs. Our popular Kids collection is also centered around sportswear – designed and produced for active play and movement.
CREATING A SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS WITH CHARACTER. WE CALL IT “COMPANY KARMA”.
At hummel, we’re determined to “CHANGE THE WORLD THROUGH SPORT”.
The better we are at managing and developing hummel as a business, the more resources we can allocate to creating positive change.
For us, sport is more than a physical activity. It’s a universal language with the strength to eliminate differences in politics, culture, religion and beliefs. Throughout the years, we have supported several projects, teams, sports clubs and prominent figures focusing on changing the world through sport; always with the hope to build bridges and help pave the way for a better tomorrow.
We love sport. And we love those passionate and brave people out there who dare to lead the way for a great cause. Ultimately, we’re proud to use sport as a way to change the world for the better and to make the world a more tolerant place to live for all of us.
Ipanema
Brazil is synonymous with vibrancy, natural beauty and diversity, and bold, bright colours – all of which are seen, heard and felt in the sandals flip-flopping around the world-famous neighbourhoods of Rio de Janeiro. The focus in Rio is the beach; the main attractions being the golden sands of Ipanema and Copacabana.
Whilst you’re there, check out the unique pattern that adorns the Ipanema sidewalk. Known as the Ipanema Çalcadão, this interlocking pattern is exclusive to Ipanema beach, and we’ve incorporated it into our footwear. You’ll fit right in!
Ipanema flip flops are created to bring you a piece of that free-flowing, elegant, relaxed vibe that you’ll experience while strolling around the Ipanema beach and neighbourhood, with a warm sea at your ankles, the ocean breeze in your hair and dreamy bossa nova rhythms in the air… the sensual epitome of cool.
Ipanema footwear is manufactured in Brazil – home of the Amazon, one of the world’s most important natural environments. It’s a source of pride for the Brazilian people, and is a habitat that we are fanatical about protecting.
Ipanema is a leader in socially responsible and sustainable manufacturing. Unlike many other manufacturers of footwear, Ipanema products are 100% recyclable and do not use any rubber from our rainforests. This dramatically reduces our waste, and enables us to recycle 99% of our waste products.
Our workplaces are integrated into the communities based around our factories in northern Brazil. Employees – and their families – enjoy health and dental care benefits, professional growth and personal development.
All employees are protected by the ILO Conventions which Brazil has adopted, which prevent child labour and are anti-slavery, amongst other workers rights. There are seminars and lectures provided to our coveted workforce, covering topics such as healthy lifestyles and family planning.
The production units are built to cater for those with disabilities and improve and develop employees performance. Ipanema are constantly striving to find new ways to minimise their impact on their environment.
The factories which bring you Ipanema are ahead of the curve in recycling, having developed manufacturing processes that re-use:
• 99% of industrial waste • Water used in production • PVC production material • Painting residues
Kickers
Kickers is an iconic brand with global reach – loved since 1970, and still as relevant as ever.
kickers.co.uk is the home of Kickers in the UK and the best source of Kickers footwear – from the classic Kick Hi to new, on-trend adult collections and our wildly popular kids’ shoes.
We’re proud of our reputation for creating high-quality leather boots and shoes with an unmatched comfort and attention to detail – and for our unmistakably Kickers approach to life and style: classic, relaxed, relevant… and accessible to all.
We’ve built a loyal following around the world over since starting our footwear revolution in 1970 – that’s the year that Kickers was born, when French fashion visionary Daniel Raufast created a new style of casual boot designed specifically for wearing with jeans.
Lazy Dogz
Since our establishment in 2001 we have strived to bring the highest quality, British designed footwear to the market. Our team has taken their wealth of knowledge and experience, dedicating themselves to producing the most stylish and durable slippers and now sandals.
Your feet are what carry you through this life, so make sure you’re taking the very best care of them. From comfy slippers for the colder months to stylish sandals and flip-flops for the summer, we’ll keep you covered all year round.
As a company of dog lovers we also wanted the opportunity to give back, so £1 from every purchase here at LAZY dogz goes to the Manchester Dogs Home!
Lelli Kelly
Lelli Kelly launched in 1992 in Italy. It’s a brand well known for putting the fun and funky back onto little girl’s feet. They truly are the shoes every little girl wants! The problem she has is choosing which shoes she wants from the gorgeous sparkly collections.
The spring collection comprises of canvas shoes and baseball boots which are full of hand sewn beautiful beads and sequined flowers. Remove the special insole and they become the most practical shoes ever as they can be machine washed!
Moving on to the warmer summer months the brand then introduces sandals and sliders. Not only are they gorgeous but comfortable too!
Back to school is one of the biggest collections for Lelli Kelly. School shoes come in 3 width fittings – E for a slim foot, F for an average fit and G fit for the girl with a wider/high instep. Shoes come in a variety of colours and a choice of styling. Choose from a classic look, or the fun diamante interchangeable straps or let your creativity flow with the Colourissima Collection.
Lelli Kelly have a good understanding of what a parent wants from a pair of shoes as they bring shoes out when the seasons change, and autumn/winter is no exception. They understand that every little girl loves shine and sparkle no matter what time of year it is. With this in mind they have released canvas shoes and Colourissima trainers in darker shades suitable for the autumn season.
The winter boots consist of fun and funky ankle boots and will make your feel truly magical thanks to the ‘Wing’ boots Collection.
We’re sure you’ll agree there’s something for every little girl!
Petasil
Petasil is a vibrant kids footwear brand. Estabilished in 1988 in the heart of Portugal’s historic shoe industry in St Joao da Madeira, Petasil create stylish, fashionable footwear whilst ensuring kids foot care is at the forefront.
This burgeoning fashion forward brand has even attracted more than its fair share of celebrity yummy mummy followers, hardly surprising when the quality of the brand is considered.
All Petasil footwear is crafted from the finest quality leather and the soles are produced to be as soft and flexible as possible.
Powell Craft
Powell Craft Ltd has been a family-run business since 1962. The product range has grown and diversified from wooden toys in the 1960s through to decorative homewares and scented gifts and the introduction of beautifully hand-finished cotton nightwear. The last decade has seen the launch of a wide selection of childrenswear, babywear, nursery accessories and our hugely popular rag dolls.
We support various charities notably “Mobile Crèches” in India and “Children’s Hospice South West”, a children’s hospice in Sussex. We also donate deadstock to Barnardos, so there are no unsold items going to landfill. In November 2020, we also started to raise money for Woodland Trust on our online shop. Thanks to continued support from our customers we have managed to donate over £100,000 so far.
Ricosta
North Shoes was founded in 1876 by William North, a boot maker from Haconby, a small village just outside Bourne. It is believed that it was his wife Sarah who instigated the business. She saw the property for sale whilst visiting the market in Bourne and proposed they sell shoes as well as make them. Boots were made on the premises until 1914 when demand became too high for the 12 employed boot makers and boots had to be sourced elsewhere. North Shoes, under the guidance of William North’s great great grandson James, now has the original store in Bourne as well as three other shops located in Oundle, Cambridge and Stamford. Despite the expansion of North Shoes, the ethos of the business remains the same, quality footwear with honest dedicated customer service for all. North Shoes prides itself on being a children’s fitting specialist with staff trained to the highest standards. It hosts a generous range of width fittings and brands, to include Clarks, which has been part of the product range since the turn of the 20th century.
Salt Water
As a way to cope with leather shortages in World War II, Walter Hoy started making his sandals using the scrap leather left over from making military boots.
Word soon spread and before long, families from all over St. Louis, were asking if Walter could make sandals for their kids.
Seventy years on and Hoy shoes’ classic designs continue to deliver durable leather comfort with a fashion savvy attitude.
Combined with rust-proof metal tongue buckles and produced in a wide choice of colours and designs, the enduring quality & proven heritage of their sandals is unquestionable.
Salt-Water originals are defined by their tough little-way stitched rubber sole, whilst the Sun-San range is built upon a more bouncy urethane bonded base.
The leather is coated with a water resistant sealant and they mould to the user’s feet with repeated wear. The brass buckles allow straps to be adjusted for narrow or wide feet.
They are great for running in and out of the ocean and can be handwashed with a gentle detergent – the perfect summer sandal for both wet and dry conditions.
A summer staple in America for 70 years, they are now being spotted on a growing number of celebrities.
Slipfree
We all know that parental angst on holiday and at home when our children want to run freely around areas that can be slippery and dangerous. No one likes to constantly shout at their children to ‘Stop Running!’ around the pool on holiday or feel on edge every time they are in a situation they could fall or hurt themselves. We understand the importance of teaching our children poolside safety, but for those times when children (in their excitement to get to the next thing) can’t help but run, Slipfree® can help in keeping them safe.