Sole mates: Shop matching sneakers for you and your mini-me
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There’s something so adorable about little shoes and socks for babies and kids. Why is the mini version of an adidas or a Nike sneaker so to die for?
If you’ve often thought the same, we’ve found some matching kids and adults sneakers so you can coordinate with your little ones, nieces, nephews, and beyond.
NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.
Adidas
For the grown ups: adidas Handball Spezial Shoes
adidas Handball Spezial Shoes adidas
For the kids: adidas Handball Spezial Comfort Closure Elastic Lace Shoes Kids
adidas Handball Spezial Comfort Closure Elastic Lace Shoes Kids adidas
These adidas sneakers are a classic. With a low-profile, retro aesthetic first launched in 1979 for professional indoor handball players. They have an adorable version for toddlers and young kids, with the matching soft suede upper and flexible rubber soles as the adults’ version, just with elastic laces and an easy hook-and-loop comfort closure strap.
Converse
For the grown ups: Unisex Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Classic Colour Low Top
Unisex Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Classic Colour Low Top Converse
For the kids: Chuck Taylor All Star Toddler Low Top
Chuck Taylor All Star Toddler Low Top Converse
The kids version of the iconic Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Classic Low Top is a scaled-down spitting image of the original. It features a flexible canvas body, a rubber bottom, and soft cushioning for tiny, busy feet.
New Balance
For the grown ups: New Balance 9060
New Balance 9060 New Balance
For the kids: New Balance 9060 Bungee
New Balance 9060 Bungee New Balance
The kid-sized version of the popular Y2K-style sneakers is so cute, you could probably eat them (you can’t….). They are cool, futuristic, and perfect for tiny feet thanks to the stretchy bungee laces, an adjustable toggle for easy slip-on wear, and midsoles with ABZORB cushioning.
Crocs
For the grown ups: Crocs Classic Clog
Crocs Classic Clog Crocs
For the kids: Crocs Toddler Classic Clog
Crocs Toddler Classic Clog Crocs
How cute are these mini Crocs? A true aesthetic double, they are also lightweight, water-friendly, and slip-on with a durable build, a safety heel strap, and ventilation ports for breathability.
Vans
For the grown ups: Vans Old Skool - Unisex
Vans Old Skool - Unisex Vans
For the kids: Vans Old Skool Infant
Vans Old Skool Infant Vans
If your family is big on surfing, skating, and other outdoorsy activities, consider getting matching Vans for you and your minis. The infant version of the iconic Vans feature the same side stripe, durable canvas, suede uppers, and are easy to slip on and off.
Onitsuka
For the grown ups: Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 - Unisex
Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 - Unisex Onitsuka Tiger
For the kids: Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 Kids
Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 Kids Onitsuka Tiger
If you’re looking to raise particularly stylish kids, the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 Kids is a no-brainer. They have the same 1960s silhouette and retro aesthetic, a lightweight sole, plus a cushioned OrthoLite sock liner to keep growing feet fresh and comfortable all day.
Nike
For the grown ups: Nike Air Force 1 07
Nike Air Force 1 07 NIke
For the kids: Nike Force 1 Low Easyon Infant
Nike Force 1 Low Easyon Infant Nike
Deck your kids out in a fresh pair of Nike sneakers. They are a downsized version of the classic adult shoe, featuring a smart Nike EasyOn design where the lace area opens like a book with a hook-and-loop strap, helping energetic feet slip in and out with ease.
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