We were excited to try these shoes since they’re advertised as compatible with AFO/SMO braces. Unfortunately, they didn’t fit well around the heel when used with the brace. It requires a lot of force to get in, and even then the fit isn’t quite right with the brace.
While we appreciate the wide design, cuteness, and Velcro closure, sizing up wasn’t a good option since it made the shoe too large overall.
Overall, we’re still on the search for a pair that truly works well with braces.
We've been buying ikiki shoes for a long time. We tried a few different sandals and none of them ever stayed on our son's feet while he was running and playing. We get so many compliments on how cute they are too.