What are the Best Mommy and Me Luxury Shoe Brands?

Lots of parents really love dressing up as “Mommy and Me” with their little ones – and why stop at apparel, when you can also wear matching shoes? Can matching adult and kids shoes be done with style, though?  Our correspondent (and mother of three) Julie Chang Murphy has the answer to this pressing question: what are the best  Mommy and Me luxury designer kids shoe fashion brands right now?

The Appeal of “Mommy and Me” Matching Shoes

One thing that doesn’t hit pause or stop in the time of COVID-19 is children’s growth spurts. In fact, it seems like they are growing faster than ever (fueled by the steady stream of snacks, no doubt.)

And so I found myself up in the middle of the night searching for shoes, which as any parent knows, is one of the most vexing online purchases to make. It’s like trying to find a needle in a haystack.

They’ve got to be functional, comfortable, easy to take on and off, and appeal to a child’s random aesthetic preferences. Furthermore, you have to magically intuit the right sizing with room to grow – unless you want to go through the process again in two months time.

One way to make it less of a chore? Kill two birds with one stone and get a matching pair for yourself. It’s an adorable, yet, subtle way of twinning with your little ones.

The Mommy/Daddy and Me look has been championed by celebs and their doppelgängers with luxury brands fueling the trend with their multi-generational designs. After all, the family that coordinates with each other, stays together. Not that we have any other choice right now…so why not make it stylish and fun?

Ahead, take a look at some of our favorite match-ups for the spring and summer seasons. Here are the top 15 styles we’ve been eyeing.

Looking Chic with “Mommy and Me” Matching Shoes

1.

Huaraches are a classic style for all ages. These gorgeous leather shoes from cult-favorite, slow fashion label, Mikoleón, are handcrafted by skilled artisans in Guatemala.

BUY NOW $56 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $160 (Adult size)

2.

It’s true. Golden Goose’s Italian luxury sneakers go with everything. Part sneaker/part art, their youthful spirit is a natural fit for little ones and their cool parents.

BUY NOW $295 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $560 (Adult size)

3.

Sophia Webster’s whimsical shoes always make us feel like the prettiest versions of ourselves. These strappy sandals with a kaleidoscope of florals are just the pick-me-up we all need right now.

BUY NOW $195 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $450 (Adult size)

4.

We are so grateful the Birkenstock love is here to stay. These wide, bulky sandals are the ugly shoe everyone needs in their closet. If you have a little one with adorable chunky feet, they will be happy in these!

BUY NOW $23 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $32 (Adult size)

5.

Glitter + Rainbow + Gucci is an equation that adds up to peak fabulousness.

BUY NOW $685 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $1,100 (Adult size)

6.

Rothy’s shoes are made using a proprietary blend of marine plastic and signature thread, which is spun from single-use water bottles. Stylish and sustainable, these slip-ons can also be tossed in to the washer for a quick cold-wash cycle. Bye bye stinky feet!

BUY NOW $65 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $165 (Adult size)

7.

Elegant and effortless, Tod’s loafers never go out of style. Kids will find them so comfortable, they won’t even realize they’re dressing up.

BUY NOW $169 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $575 (Adult size)

8.

We want to sink our feet into these puffy clouds right now!

BUY NOW $65 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $100 (Adult size)

9.

No two zebras have the same stripe pattern but you can still try and match your little ones.

 

BUY NOW $60 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $160 (Adult size)

10.

Go for the gold, Gucci style! This sporty style will win you game and sartorial points.

BUY NOW $550 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $890 (Adult size)

11.

Even older kids might not mind coordinating with their parents in these cool 3-D graphic flip flops.

BUY NOW $18 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $24 (Adult size)

12.

For sporty and preppy types, there’s just something about a verdant pop of green. Boden’s canvas trainers will pair well with a casual pair of khakis all season long.

BUY NOW $45 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $95 (Adult size)

13.

Jelly sandals in the summer are pure nostalgia. Start the imprinting early with these sweet, cherry red Melissa sandals.

BUY NOW $45 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $79 (Adult size)

14.

Keds are a 100-year old American staple that every kid must wear at least once in their lives. We love the shore vibes of this Breton stripe.

BUY NOW $27.95 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $44.95 (Adult size)

15.

Is there anything cuter than baby flip flops? The answer is no.

BUY NOW $18 (Kids size)

BUY NOW $28 (Adult size)

The Best Mommy and Me Luxury Designer Fashion Kids Shoe Brands

While shopping for kids shoes might not rank up there with, say, indulging in a luxury handbag or anything- it just might be one of those things we miss when they get older. Here’s to making the end process memorable and doubling the fun with matching footwear!

join our community

For access to insider ideas and information on the world of luxury, sign up for our Dandelion Chandelier Newsletter here. And see luxury in a new light.

Crediting her training as a cultural anthropologist at Wellesley College, Julie has immersed herself in various industries in the last 15 years including fashion design, event planning, and fitness. Julie lives in New York where she loves trying every ramen and dumpling restaurant with her husband and three children. She finds joy in bold prints, biographies of fierce women, kickboxing. And spending way too long finding the perfect polish color to express her mood.

Forward This Article