The Dakota Baby & Toddler First / Pre Walker Shoes in Tan by SKEANIE are thoughtfully handcrafted to support babies during their earliest stages of foot development. Designed with supple leather and a secure hook & loop fastener, these shoes provide a gentle, comfortable fit suitable for all seasons.
Created as first and pre-walker shoes, they are lightweight and flexible, aligning with professional recommendations for infant and toddler footwear. The design evolves by size, offering a soft suede sole for smaller babies and a split suede and rubber sole for older toddlers, supporting natural movement as mobility increases.
👣 Podiatry-Designed First & Pre Walker Shoes
Designed in Australia, these shoes are podiatry-designed and approved, reflecting a strong focus on early foot development. The structure supports natural movement during the critical early years when a baby’s foot is still forming.
🧵 Premium Leather Construction
Each pair is handcrafted using supple leather, with a leather upper and leather lining across all sizes. The materials are selected to provide flexibility and comfort while maintaining durability for everyday wear.
👟 Sole Design by Size for Growing Feet
The sole construction varies by size to match developmental stages:
• Smaller sizes feature a soft suede sole
• Larger sizes include a split suede and rubber sole for added support
Removable insoles allow for easy cleaning or the insertion of orthotics if required.
⭐ Key Features
• Brand: SKEANIE
• Product Type: Baby & Toddler First / Pre Walker Shoes
• Color: Tan
• Closure Type: Hook & Loop
• Upper Material: Leather
• Lining Material: Leather
• Sole Type by Size:
• EU17 / X-Small – Suede sole
• EU18 / Small – Suede sole
• EU20 / Medium – Suede & Rubber sole
• EU22 / Large – Suede & Rubber sole
• Removable insoles
• Season: All seasons
• Handcrafted
• Designed in Australia
• Fair Trade Made
📐 Size & Fit Guide
• EU17 / X-Small
Maximum foot length: 95 mm (approx. 0–6 months)
Leather upper, leather lining, suede sole
• EU18 / Small
Maximum foot length: 110 mm (approx. 3–9 months)
Leather upper, leather lining, suede sole
• EU20 / Medium
Maximum foot length: 125 mm (approx. 9–15 months)
Leather upper, leather lining, suede & rubber sole
• EU22 / Large
Maximum foot length: 140 mm (approx. 12 months plus)
Leather upper, leather lining, suede & rubber sole
🧼 Care Instructions
• Spray with water and stain repellent prior to wear
• Wipe clean with a damp cloth or leather wipe
• Use leather conditioner or renovating polish to maintain softness and colour
• Do not machine wash or tumble dry
🎯 Perfect For
• Babies and toddlers in first and pre-walking stages
• Parents seeking podiatry-designed baby footwear
• Everyday baby wear across all seasons
• Infants requiring lightweight, flexible-soled shoes
