Children learn best to walk barefoot. This strengthens the muscles and forces them to exert themselves. So let them hop around in their bare feet as much as possible.

Once they can walk independently and move around more, you should look for a sturdy shoe. After purchasing the first shoes, it is always advisable to alternate walking barefoot with wearing the shoes.

Is it too cold or does your child slip when pulling him upright? Then the pre-step shoes are the ideal solution. There they can further develop their foot muscles perfectly and they have protection around the foot.

Tip:

You can also purchase shoes without your child present!

How do you best work here? Place a piece of paper or cardboard on the floor against the wall and have your child stand on it with both feet. Make sure that your child is standing straight, with their heels against the wall and that both feet are straight. Then draw a line on the far toe of each foot. Measure the length from the heel (beginning of the blade) to the furthest extended toe (the stripe). You can bring the cut-out feet to the store and we can use this paper print to look for the right shoe in the right size.

We are happy to help you find the right size! If you cannot get to the store, enter the cm of the longest foot via our size helper and you will receive the right choices for your child.

Children's shoes are too small if there is no room left for growth. You can press on the toe of the shoes to see if there is still room for growth (pull the heel completely back). There must always be space available. A few millimeters are minimal.

If you have any doubts, feel free to drop by or measure your feet on a sheet of paper.

There are several signals:

• Sometimes children no longer want to put on the shoes. You really have to squeeze to put them on or they want to take them off right away.
• Small red spots appear on the heel or toe.
• Torn or curled toenails can be an indication of shoes that are too tight.

Tip: if the shoe has a loose insole, you can remove the sole from the shoe and let your child stand on the soles. When the sole is completely filled, you need new shoes.

The feet of children between one and three years old grow one shoe size every 3 to 4 months.

The feet of four and five year olds grow one shoe size every six months.

Children between six and seven years old need a larger shoe size every 8 to 10 months.

From the age of eight to ten, children keep the same shoe size for about a year.

Around the start of puberty (around 12-13 years old) the growth process can suddenly take a spurt. Therefore, check the size of your teenagers every three months.

1. Make sure the shoes fit properly. Children's shoes fit well if your child walks comfortably in them and there is 1 centimeter of room for growth in the length.

When you buy new children's shoes, always provide extra room for growth. Do not buy shoes 'as they grow': a shoe that is too big can be just as harmful as a shoe that is too small. Shoes that are too large do not support the feet properly and are bad for your child's posture. In addition, the shoe wears out much faster due to friction.

2. Always try on left and right shoes. When trying on, pay attention not only to the length of a shoe, but also to the width (for children with narrow/wide feet), the height (for children with a high instep). Let the child walk around with both shoes on and see how the shoes fit the foot. If the walking pattern is similar to walking barefoot, then the shoe is good.

3. Natural materials such as leather are preferred.

• The three advantages of leather shoes:

These are the highest quality shoes, they absorb sweat more easily and ensure that children are less likely to get sweaty feet.

Leather shoes can easily adapt to the shape of the feet. This allows the feet to retain their natural shape easily and without problems.

Leather shoes retain their sturdy shape for longer, which is necessary to support the (child's) foot.

• Children's shoes should have good, flexible soles. For smaller feet, the soles may still be very flexible. We are then in the phase between crawling and walking. From the first steps, the sole must be particularly flexible at the toes; a nice roll-off of 20° is optimal.
• Provide at least two pairs of shoes so that the child can change shoes every day. This prevents sweaty feet and gives the shoe some time to ventilate.
• Don't pass older children's shoes on to little ones. They are often worn in too much and are shaped to the foot.

The size of each individual shoe is noted on the site: fits true to size/fits small/fits large/fits 1 size larger/fits 1 size smaller.

Every shoe is different, so the fit of shoes differs per brand. For example, your son or daughter may generally have size 31, but for one brand you need size 30, while for the other brand you need size 32. To help you choose the right size, we have measured all internal dimensions of our range for you. This way, using our size guide, you will receive the right shoe for the cm you entered.

Below is an overview of how each brand falls according to us and our customers:

• 10IS: Fits true to size.
• Angulus: Runs large. Suitable for wide feet.
• Bergstein: Fits big.
• Berberlis: fits true to size. Suitable for narrow feet.
• Collegien slippers: Fits 1 size smaller.
• Gallucci: Fits big. Suitable for very narrow feet.
• Golden Goose deluxe brand: Fits 1 size larger.
• HIP: Fits true to size. Suitable for narrow and wide feet. Also often removable sole for arch supports.
• Ocra: Fits large. Suitable for wide feet.
• Pinocchio: Fits true to size. Suitable for narrow feet.
• Pom d'api: Fits true to size. ! For most sandals it is 1 size smaller! Suitable for narrow feet.
• Pompom: Fits true to size.
• Pèpè: Fits true to size. suitable for narrow feet.
• Rondinella: Fits true to size. Suitable for narrow feet.
• Salt water sandal: runs large. Rather narrow feet. Adjustable models suitable for wide feet.
• Tricati: Fits small.

Spring is the ideal time to buy sandals for your child to prepare them for summer. We recommend not waiting until the peak season to ensure you have the best choice from our collection. With 12 years of experience, we guarantee that our sandals are stylish, comfortable and supportive for your child's growing feet.The first steps just come when the weather is good and they can already walk.

For the ideal growth margin, the child's age stage is important to us. In toddlers and preschoolers, we foresee 1.5 to 2 cm growth margin (April).

It is possible to purchase children's shoes second-hand. This can be a cost-effective and environmentally friendly choice.

A few tips:
1. Check the condition of the shoe.
Examine the wear, such as cracks or scuffs on the sole.
Check that they are clean and free of odors.

2. Pay attention to the fit.
It is crucial that the shoes fit properly based on the shape of the feet. A shoe with a wide fit for a narrow foot is a no-go.

3. Quality and durability.
Choose high-quality shoes that are known for their durability, such as brands that we distribute. This is mainly because children are active and use shoes intensively.

4. Sources of purchase.
Buy second-hand shoes from reliable stores or online platforms that verify the condition of their products.

5. Shape and strength of the shoe.
Make sure that the shoe has retained its original shape and strength of the sole and heel.
Otherwise they will no longer provide the support that children's feet need.

6. Age of the shoes.
Be careful with shoes that have not been used for a long time. Soles also deteriorate if they have been left in the closet for years.

Our winter and summer sneakers mainly differ from each other in color and design , but not so much in the use of materials, namely leather.

Colour:
The colors of summer sneakers are often brighter and more vibrant, which matches summer clothing styles.
Winter sneakers are generally available in darker or neutral colors.

Material:
In winter, leather provides good insulation. If properly maintained and maintained, they also provide sufficient protection against rain or snow. Furthermore, it keeps the heat inside.

In summer, the leather provides ventilation. Because leather is a natural material that breathes, which helps to keep your feet feeling and dry.
This is essential for children because they sweat mainly on their feet.

Leather ensures that there are no sweaty feet.

It is very important that you impregnate your new shoes before wearing them.

By spraying the shoes with an impregnation spray ("Collonil: Carbon pro spray"), you make them water and dirt repellent, protecting them against influences such as rain, snow, puddles, etc. Although leather is naturally waterproof, it must it must be cared for to maintain its protective effect. If the shoes are worn a lot, it is best to repeat this regularly (for example every month). Especially in winter, it is important to keep your shoes water and dirt-repellent. The maintenance of your shoe depends on the type of leather of your shoe. We have also created a page to guide you in this.

Useful tips! Always make sure that the shoes are dry and clean before spraying them with an impregnating spray. Otherwise it can cause stains or color differences. Never place your shoes under a heater to prevent the leather from drying out and shrinking.

Leather is a natural product that is breathable, comfortable and strong. Moreover, it lasts a lot longer than shoes made of other materials.
Leather also requires good care to retain all these properties.
Leather can dry out and become stiffer over time. Therefore, polish your shoes regularly. If your shoes are completely clean and dry, you can rub them with a colorless neutral shoe polish.
The shoe polish will nourish the shoes so that they no longer dry out and remain flexible.
Let the shoe polish soak in for fifteen minutes and then polish the shoes with a dry cloth.
Then spray the shoes with a water and dirt-repellent impregnation spray.

Attention!
It is better not to polish smooth leather shoes that are still wet. The shoe cream mixes with the water and dries more slowly.

In principle, patent leather shoes do not require impregnation. The leather has a closed lacquer layer that prevents moisture from penetrating.
Patent leather shoes have a nice shine. But after wearing them for a while, the shine may fade and streaks or cracks may begin to appear.
To avoid cracks and glass reduction, first polish your shoes thoroughly with soapy water and a sponge. You can then apply vegetable oil or the Collonil "Lack mousse for patent leather shoes" to your shoes.
The Collonil "Lack mousse for patent leather shoes" protects, cares for and cleans smooth patent leather and fashionable wrinkled lacquer.
This way your patent leather shoes will retain their high level of glamor!

Suede and nubuck are beautiful materials, provided you maintain them properly!
Yet not everyone is enthusiastic about the combination of "children's shoe and suede/nubuck", but these materials have a very positive property: you are much less likely to see scratches on them than on smooth leather!
Both suede and nubuck are types of leather in which the skin of an animal has been 'tanned'.
Suede is the inside of the leather and has a hairy appearance. Suede is softer than regular leather, but it is sensitive to water and dirt.
Nubuck is also a raw leather, but unlike suede, the top of the skin is lightly sanded, giving it a finer, velvety appearance. Nubuck is also thicker, but has finer fibers than suede. We use nubuck the most on children's shoes because we find it a lot sturdier.

If there are no real stains on the shoes and you just want to give your shoes some maintenance, proceed as follows:
Suede or nubuck have soft hairs that are best cleaned with a brush. Use the suede pad to wipe away dust and dirt on your shoes. Do not move the block back and forth, but always move in the same direction. Once you have wiped off this layer of dirt, your shoes will look newer anyway.
You can then spray them with a water and dirt-repellent impregnation spray to further protect them. Impregnate the suede shoes regularly to keep them beautiful.

If there are stains on the shoes, proceed as follows:
Wear spots that you can no longer brush out can sometimes be repaired with an eraser/cleaner. We have special suede/nubuck cleaners (Collonil) for this job. Start with moderate pressure on the eraser and increase if the scuffs do not go away.
You can then spray them again with a water and dirt-repellent impregnation spray to further protect them. Impregnate the suede shoes regularly to keep them beautiful.
Be sure not to use shoe polish because it will harden the suede fabric and could cause stains! To nourish them, we have a separate cream for this type of leather, also from the Collonil brand.

Tip:
Did the kids play in the mud with their suede or nubuck shoes?
Just let mud dry. Remove excess mud without wiping too hard across the suede. Let it dry. Once it's dry, you can easily break off the large pieces. Use a suede pad to brush off any remaining bits.

Like smooth leather, greased leather is made from the outside of the animal skin. This type of leather feels smooth and a bit greasy and usually looks dull. You can easily recognize greased leather if you press the leather outwards from the inside of the shoe with your finger - you will immediately see the leather lighten in color and you can often wipe away minor scratches.
Greased leather is beautiful, but it does discolour the more it is worn. We don't think this is a disadvantage, but rather a nice thing about a leather shoe.
Scratches are also more common on greased leather than on other types of leather, but don't worry, it can be easily treated.
Grease your shoes several times a year with a colorless cream. This ensures that the leather retains its deep color shine.
Also spray the leather once a month against dirt and moisture. This is best done with "Collinil: Rustical for oily leathers".

Useful tips:
Never use regular impregnating sprays or shoe cream. These can damage the greased leather character of the shoes.
Applying leather grease too often or too thickly is not good. This causes the leather to become too flexible and lose its shape retention.

Metallic leather is special leather, because a special coating has been applied over the normal top layer. This gives the leather its shiny effect. This layer will not wear out quickly, but is sensitive to scratches.
If your metallic shoes have become dirty, this is usually easy to remove, because the coating prevents the dirt from penetrating into the leather. To ensure that your metallic shoes become dirty less quickly and to ensure that they continue to shine beautifully, a special spray has been developed by Collonil: Metallic spray for metallic leather.
If you regularly spray your shoes with this spray, your shoes will retain their shine. You don't have to rub the shoes afterwards, but you can if you want to make them extra shiny!

Ponyhair is an exciting alternative to 'normal' leather.
These furry shoes aren't really made of pony hair. The material, like other leather products, comes from the cow. The reason it is called pony hair is because it is just as cuddly as pony hair.
The material seems very difficult to care for, but it is not that bad. It's actually very easy! These shoes are easy to clean with a dry cloth. You can use a slightly damp cloth if necessary, but then dry the shoes immediately afterwards with a dry cloth.
Furthermore, you should spray your shoes against the grain. This way, every hair is captured and you can enjoy your shoes for longer.
Impregnate your shoes regularly to keep them nice and 'new'. You can do this with a special spray for pony hair "Collonil: Vario spray for beastly shoes" or with the "Collonil: Carbon pro spray".

Our store is open on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Always from 10am to 6pm.

You can always come by appointment on Mondays.

Tuesday is our closing day.

Our address: Eugeen Bosteelsstraat 109300 Aalst

Tip: Fancy a walk or want to let your kids romp in the playground? The Aalst city park is close to the store!

Parking is very easy on the street in front of the store. Just don't forget to place your parking disc.

Would you like to choose shoes at a less busy time?

No problem! You can also always come by appointment.

You can make this appointment:

• By telephone on 0032(0)474/16 10 21
• By email order@annapops.be

You can check for yourself in our webshop whether an item is available in our store.
The sizes listed with the shoes in black are the sizes still available online and in the store. Gray is sold out.

Tip: Sometimes the sale of a certain item can go quickly, you can always call us to make a reservation to pick up in the store, so that you can be sure that the item is still there when you come to the store. It is also possible that items are returned and then become available again, so keep an eye on the site regularly.

We also work with a pre-order system for some items.
These items are not yet available in the store, but can be ordered/reserved in advance.
Here you will see "reserve" for this size. When you click on this size, the date of availability will automatically appear in the store.

Most of our articles are available online, with some occasional exceptions.
When we receive new items, they are placed in our store almost immediately.
In order for these articles to also appear online, we need high-quality photos. We take these ourselves, want to do this well and this takes some time. As a result, it may happen that you do not immediately see everything you saw in our store immediately appear in the webshop.

If you can't find something online that you already saw in the store, you can already order it:

• By telephone on 0032(0)474/16 10 21
• By email order@annapops.be

You can reserve an item in different ways:

• Online: reserve your items yourself, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at www.annapops.be (fastest and smoothest way!)
• By telephone on 0032(0)474/16 10 21
• By email order@annapops.be You can pay immediately online when placing an order.
  

You can choose to collect the items yourself in our store, to a post office or post or have them delivered via home delivery.

We use a highly secure Shopify payment environment.

In the shop:

• Cash, Bancontact, MasterCard, Visa, Payconiq, consumption checks or gift vouchers.
• With a gift voucher.

Online:

• With a bank card: you can choose from a wide range of payment solutions.
• Via Paypal.
• With a gift voucher.
  

You can use a gift voucher both in our store and in the webshop.
The gift voucher is valid for 1 year: date of creation + 1 year.

Use gift voucher in the store:

• You hand over the gift voucher at the cash register when you pay for your items.
• You are not obliged to pay the full amount of the gift voucher at once. The balance is saved and you can use it next time.

Use gift voucher online:

• You can find a code on every voucher. You enter your coupon code from the gift voucher in the field provided for this purpose in the shopping cart. Need help? Feel free to email (order@annapops.be) or call/whatsapp (0474 16 10 21) us.
• You are not obliged to pay the full amount of the gift voucher at once. The balance will be saved on your email account and you can use it next time.

Are you self-employed and do you have a VAT number?

Then you can request an invoice if you wish.
Ask for your invoice when you pay at the cash register in the store.

You will automatically receive the invoice to your email address.

You will find this during delivery and shipping.

Free shipping to Belgium from €150.

Free shipping to the rest of the world from €350.

That's certainly possible!
When ordering, you can indicate that you want your order to be wrapped as a gift.

For an additional cost of 2 euros, we will provide beautiful packaging.

Did your payment via our website fail?
First check whether the money has been debited from your bank account or not.
Has the money been debited from your bank account, but have you not yet received a confirmation by email? Please contact us, we will be happy to help you!

By telephone/whatsapp on 0032(0)474/16 10 21
By email order@annapops.be

Are you self-employed and do you have a VAT number?

Then you can request an invoice if you wish.
Request your invoice when you pay for an online order.

You will automatically receive the invoice to your email address 14 days after your order so that the return period has expired. This saves us unnecessary administrative work if the goods are returned.

As soon as you have submitted your order, you will receive a confirmation email with a detailed overview of your order.

In that email you will also find information about:

• Payment: the total amount of all items together, any shipping costs and the total amount of these 2 together.
• The payment method: how you have chosen to pay.
• Your contact details
• Shipping method: store pickup, delivery address.

Do you have a question about a specific item? We are happy to answer your question!

You can ask this question:

• Via the bar "Any questions about this item?" with the relevant article in our webshop. (Fastest and smoothest way!)
• By telephone/whatsapp on 0032(0)474/16 10 21
• By email order@annapops.be

Does the article not meet your expectations?

Is the shoe you bought (online) too small, too big, or is the fit wrong?

1. Let us know as soon as possible!

• By telephone/whatsapp on 0032(0)474/16 10 21
• By email order@annapops.be

2. Place the item in its original packaging. Drop off the return at a Post Point and send it to this address:

Anna Pops

Eugeen Bosteelsstraat 10

9300 Aalst, Belgium

3. We ensure that you can exchange your item for a different size or get your money back if you want to cancel the purchase. We will reimburse you after receipt and inspection of the item. Outlet items are reimbursed in a voucher. ( see conditions )

We will refund you in the same way you paid. We would also like to receive some feedback about what does not meet expectations so that we can offer our customers good service in terms of fit, size, color, ...