These are the original Saltwater design with the high density rubber stitched sole. They very hard wearing and suitable to withstand any adventure.
The leather is coated with a water resistant sealant and they mould to the user’s feet with repeated wear. The brass buckles allow straps to be adjusted for narrow or wide feet. They are great for running in and out of the ocean and can be popped into the washing machine; the perfect summer sandal for both wet and dry conditions. A summer staple in America for 70 years, they are now being spotted on a growing number of celebrity children such as Suri Cruise,Matilda Ledger,Ruby Maguire. This American Modern classic arrived on the UK seashore and across playgrounds, back gardens and parks during the summer of 2011.
The sizes 5. 6 , 7 , 8 are large sizes not ToddlerIf you are familiar with American sizes, Please note Sun-San / Salt-Water are NOT TYPICAL US SIZES
We recommend going up +1 in the Sun-San range and +1 in the Adult Salt-Water Original (Adult Start at 4UK / 5US /37 EU )
With the children's Salt-Water original, it is usual to purchase "like for like" e.g. if your child is a UK size 8, then a Salt-Water size 8 should be fine.
If they are in between sizes you may find the size below is still roomy enough e.g a UK 7.5 would be okay in a Salt-Water 7
Please read how each model fits in the descriptions below.
They shouldn't be purposefully bought larger in order to make the sandal "last longer" as the traditional fit of this brand is pretty roomy.
With any of the sandals, should you get a sore spot, dunk your foot in water and wear them wet (yes really!)
Remember, every model can be used as a swimming shoe and can be put through the washing machine on gentle cold wash.