These Skechers kids’ shoes might be the coolest gifts under the tree
There are plenty of practical presents parents can put under the Christmas tree, but shoes don’t have to feel like one of them.
Skechers has turned some of its kids’ sneakers and boots into genuinely exciting gifts, with light-up designs, glittery details and even shoes that come with toy race cars. That means you can check a winter wardrobe essential off your list while still giving them something they’ll want to tear open on Christmas morning.
For kids who are always on the move, there are also convenient Skechers Hands Free Slip-Ins and adaptive closure styles that make it easier to get out the door. And when chilly winter weather arrives, cozy boots offer extra warmth for Christmas tree outings, sledding adventures and everything in between.
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The best Skechers kids’ shoes to give this holiday season
Whether you’re shopping for the car-obsessed kid, the little one who loves all things sparkly or someone who wants every step to light up, these five Skechers kids’ shoes and boots deserve a spot on your holiday shopping list.
1. Skechers Garage - Glam Racer
Skechers Garage - Glam Racer
Santa is revving his engines this holiday season. Skechers Garage - Glam Racer might just be the most exciting gift she unwraps on Christmas morning because the sneakers come with two toy cars that can be stored inside a sliding garage on the midsole.
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2. Skechers Hands Free Slip-Ins: Contour Foam - Cozy Fit Paint Splatter
Skechers Slip-Ins: Contour Foam - Cozy Fit Paint Splatter
Wish upon a star with Skechers Hands Free Slip-Ins: Contour Foam - Cozy Fit Paint Splatter. The foil-speckle finish gives these shoes a festive shimmer that feels right at home beneath twinkling Christmas lights.
Buy now for $60 at Skechers
3. Skechers Bounder Pro - Cozy Fit Luxe
Skechers Bounder Pro - Cozy Fit Luxe
Shopping for a kid who would rather spend winter outdoors? Skechers Bounder Pro - Cozy Fit Luxe is ready for everything from picking out the perfect Christmas tree to a day of outdoor fun.
Buy now for $55 at Skechers
4. Skechers S-Lights: Butterfly Bliss
Skechers S-Lights: Butterfly Bliss
Part of the Skechers Magical Collection, these light-up sneakers combine a glittery mesh and synthetic upper with butterfly details from the lace keeper all the way down to the wrapped midsole.
Buy now for $60 at Skechers
5. Skechers S-Lights: Sola Glow - Color Breeze
Skechers S-Lights: Sola Glow - Color Breeze
Skechers S-Lights: Sola Glow - Color Breeze pairs a cheerful ombré mesh and synthetic upper with a well-cushioned light-up midsole, creating sneakers designed to stand out with every step.
Buy now for $45 at Skechers
Which Skechers kids’ shoes should you buy?
If you’re having trouble narrowing it down, start with the feature your kid will be most excited to unwrap.
For kids who love cars: Skechers Garage and Garage - Glam Racer are our standout gift picks because the shoes incorporate a sliding garage and include toy cars.
For kids who love light-up shoes: Butterfly Bliss, Sola Glow, Vortex 3.0 and Thermo-Flash 2.0 all bring extra excitement with illuminated designs.
For easy on and off: Look to the Hands Free Slip-ins styles, including Contour Foam - Cozy Fit Paint Splatter and Glide-Step Plus - Vista-Lane.
For chilly winter adventures: Bounder Pro - Cozy Fit Luxe delivers the coziest look of the bunch with faux-fur trim and lining, while Garage - Race Mode combines a puffer-boot silhouette with its playful car theme.
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