People.com Celebrity Parents See Kai Run "Smaller" Shoes: Still Cute, Just Smaller By Staff Author Published on April 29, 2009 10:00 AM Share Tweet Pin Email I discovered See Kai Run shoes when my first son learned to walk in Seattle. With a flexible sole and leather uppers that kept out the rain, they were cute and practical. (The mom who founded the company is from Seattle too so she got it.) The shoes are so cute that we couldn’t leave the house without someone stopping us to ask about his cute little kicks. See Kai Run still makes my favorite shoes for new walkers and now has a new line of infant shoes called Smaller ($24-32). They’re not just smaller, though. They’re softer and more pliable — more like booties. They have little round pads sewn into the soles that give them just a bit of traction. I chose the “Finn” style to try, not just because it’s my older son’s name but because it’s super cute! They have elastic “laces” that are sewn in place and don’t have to be tied. A little Velcro strap does all the work and they never fall off. Hallelujah. They look like tiny, green, retro bowling shoes with metallic gold stars inset in the leather. The bottoms are suede, not waterproof, but Egan, like many ten-month-olds, isn’t walking yet so he doesn’t need that feature. Smaller shoes are available in many styles for girls or boys and they come in a cute gift box with a red ribbon handle. See Kai Run shoes are still my favorites for new walkers and I’m already eyeing the styles I’ll buy when Egan hits the ground running. — Kristen Have an older child? Check out our reviews of See Kai Run’s original toddler line and eleven, their kids’ line! And be sure to check out our What to Look For: Shoes for New Walkers feature. Related Articles Tons of Discounted Summer Styles Are Hiding on Amazon Ahead of Prime Day — Here Are the Best Under-$30 Deals Nordstrom Rack Is Having a Major Sale on Sandals Right Now — and Prices Start at Just $12 Nordstrom Quietly Put 700+ Boots on Sale, Including Styles from Ugg, Steve Madden, and More Amazon Put Lots of Customer-Loved Clothing and Accessories on Sale Ahead of Prime Day for Up to 60% Off Hiding in Amazon's Customers' Most-Loved Section Are Your Favorite New Shoes for Spring — Up to 60% Off The Best Picnic Blankets We Tested First-Hand 10 Customer-Loved Sandals on Amazon That Are So Comfy, Even Those with 'Picky Feet' Approve This Meghan Markle-Loved Shoe Brand Just Launched a Stylish, Water-Resistant Sneaker Bootie According to Nurses on Amazon, These Are the 10 Most Comfortable Shoes You Can Buy Thousands of Amazon Shoppers Love How Cute and Comfy These Stretchy $17 Sandals Are See Kai Run: shoes for new walkers See Kai Run: shoes for new walkers See Kai Run Sees Celeb Kids Run in Their Adorable Shoes See Kai Run Shoes: And Run You Will! See Kai Run® Footwear Welcomes Fall with New Designs Amazon Just Dropped Its Fall Style Guide, and We Found 18 Incredible Deals for Under $50 Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies