Jack & Lily was born in British Columbia, Canada in 2005. Brenda Buell, a Mom, saw the market was “lacking unique styling, quality and value” in “footwear for little feet” so she took it into her own hands, and started the brand which now has customers all over the world.
Today I will be providing a review of a pair of shoes from each of the collections listed at the bottom of this post. My young model is the handsome Nathaniel, who chose “Kadin” (Originals, $30), “Nathan” (My Shoes, $32) and “Kelso” (My Mocs, $28) for his modelling debut at just over 2 months of age.
Nathaniel had a great time running around the house and tossing the football with his older brother David while wearing his cool new shoes.
Okay, he didn’t. He’s two months old. But that doesn’t mean that he doesn’t deserve to cover his little tootsies in the cutest of children’s footwear, while also protecting them from the elements.
Though Nathaniel is a “pre-walker” at this point – these shoes are still a great find at a reasonable price. And are an absolute steal for an older child who will have a hard time wearing these out!
Nathaniel’s mom, Alison, was amazed at the wide range of styles available for infants and toddlers. Pointing out the “Kelso”, she highlights, “they’re raccoons!….doggy shoes are a dime a dozen, but where do you ever see raccoons?”
From pirates, to guitars, to even skulls, there’s something for everyone here.
In addition to the cool factor, Alison was very impressed with the quality. These tiny shoes have to be held and felt to be believed. They are just amazingly well-crafted – the stitching, the quality of the materials…they are a cut above.
The clear sizing options also make these an easy online buy and perfect for those looking for a great gift for a friend or family member.
The cherry on top is that these shoes come in cute, reusable boxes that will keep them protected if you’d like to store them for another child to wear.
As much as Alison loved the shoes, she had a few small suggestions/criticisms for each one.
- Though all the shoes were size “0-6 months – pre-walker”, the Kadins were noticeably longer than the other two pairs. But, in actuality, Alison was happy with this, because that meant Nathaniel could use the shoes longer!
- Nathan – with this pair, Alison was disappointed that the straps weren’t longer. As she described, once Nathaniel’s “chubby little baby feet” were in the shoe, the velcro strap only just latched.
- For the Kelso, the thick and grooved soles were “a bit much” for a pre-walker. However, these features would be great for those little ones who are walking and running about.
With these criticisms in mind, Alison and I would still highly recommend this footwear for other little feet. Now, here’s the ultimate compliment – My 3.5 year old Mary was jealous when the boxes arrived in the mail because there were none in her size! (I had to wrestle the boxes out of her grabby hands…)
Yes, they are that amazing!
These shoes appeal to parents and kids alike – which will definitely help when you’re trying to get your child dressed in the morning!
*Two Thumbs Up*
Collections
Jack & Lily Review and Giveaway are “where it all started” as these were the original style hand stitched by Buell in the early days.
They are “individually hand-crafted with genuine, breathable leather” and a suede sole that is flexible and skid-resistant. Originals feature a “gently elasticized ankle that provides comfort, making the shoes as easy to put on as slippers.”
- Recommended by podiatrists.
- Perfect for indoor and light outdoor use
- Available in sizes 0-6 months (pre-walker), 6-12 months (pre-walker), 12-18 months (new walker), 18-24 months (confident walker), 24-30 months (master walker)
My Mocs for Boys and Girls is the newest addition to the Jack & Lily line of footwear. They are very flexible and designed with both stability and comfort in mind. They are “hand-crafted with breathable, genuine leather and premium, non-toxic materials.”
- Recommended by podiatrists
- Cozy moccasin style with velcro straps to keep shoes on wriggly toes
- Available in sizes 0-6 months (pre-walker), 6-12 months (pre-walker), 12-18 months (new walker), 18-24 months (confident walker), 24-30 months (master walker)
My Shoes for Boys and Girls are “Low-cut, trim and sporty”, these are also “individually hand-crafted with breathable, genuine leather and premium, non-toxic materials (plus Jack & Lily’s signature Natural-flex rubber sole)”.
- Recommended by podiatrists
- Features “industry-defining 3 millimetres of cushioning for a child’s tiny sole and ankle.”
- Available in sizes 0-6 months (pre-walker), 6-12 months (pre-walker), 12-18 months (new walker), 18-24 months (confident walker), 24-30 months (master walker)
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Disclaimer: I received products from Jack and Lily in order to write this review. The opinions expressed are my own.
I like the Parker shoes. They’re adorable.
I would love to pick up a pair of the grey my Mocs boots for my grandson! These are just to cute!
I would buy the Jaden Mocs.
New shoes for my baby
I’d choose the JENSON | UNISEX | MY BOOTS
I would love to get a pair of the Robin shoes and Belle shoes.
I think I would choose the Courtney | Unisex | My Mocs
I love the Parker for girls!
Oh my they are all so cute,these are perfect for my granddaughter BROOKE | GIRLs
I would get the ZOE | GIRLS | MY BOOTS
so many cute choices!! i would go with the Angel and Kerry pair of Originals
Thank you for the chance! These are so beautiful, my new granddaughter would look so stylish with these.
We have a new great-nephew and I would buy him http://www.jackandlily.com/shop/boys-originals/kadin/ since it has a dragon on one foot and a castle on the other (talk about awesome!) and http://www.jackandlily.com/shop/boys-my-mocs/riley/ since I love spaceships
The are all so cute but I would pick The River shoes.Thanks for the chance!
my mocs boots
I’d choose Courtney
love the Rebecca My Mocs Boots. So many adorable choices!
I would get the Rebecca Boots for my niece! They would be perfect to keep her toes warm this winter!
the Archie ones for boys!
I would get the George and the Jaden soft mocs.
I would buy the river sandals.
I would get the Andy style and the Jimmy Style
for baby J.
I would get the DUSTIN | BOYS | ORIGINALS.
I would pick the mock boots for girls! So cute
The Jaden Mocs are really cute!
I would pick Finn shoes for my boy!
I would buy Sophia | Girls | My Mocs
I would pic Cowan mocs — the ducks are so cute!
I would get the Finn for my son
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I would get the Sophia and the Amelia, so adorable!
We have a new baby in the family that would love these, http://www.jackandlily.com/shop/girls-my-mocs-boots/rebecca/
Besos, Sarah
Journeys of The Zoo
I love soft mocs. Super cute! Thanks so much for the opportunity! 🙂
I’d get the Finn Boys shoes in red.
I would buy the George and Frankie styles for my grandson.
I love the Caleb my mocs boots
I’d love to purchase George and Kristof for my little boy.
I’d love to purchase George and Kristof for my boy.
I like the Livia shoes!
So many choices!! I would get the Kian boots for my son and River for my daughter.
I’d buy Reese and Wesley.
There are tons of adorable shoes so hard to choose but I think I’d choose the Isabelle so cute!
Livia shoes!
I’d love to get Ainsley | Unisex | My Boots.
I like the Boys Elijah shoes.
I would choose the Amelia moccasins for girls
The KIAN mocc boots are adorable and would be perfect for this Fall for my daughter.
I would love to get the Livia shoes !
I would love to say the Blake pair but come kn… there is so many had choices.