Hellobee Boards Topic: Do more expensive shoes hold up better?

Hellobee Boards Topic: Do more expensive shoes hold up better? https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:05:35 +0000 Modern Daisy on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539928 Tue, 03 May 2016 14:08:58 +0000 Modern Daisy 2539928@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I bought a pair of $60 naturino fisherman sandals for DS at the beginning of last summer and he wore them every day until the weather got cold and they are still in good condition, Velcro and all! I just bought the same ones in a larger size for this summer. I figure I could probably find a less expensive version for around $30, but if they don't hold up and I have to replace them not only did I end up spending the same as the designer brand but I also went through extra hassle. Mama Bird on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539849 Tue, 03 May 2016 13:16:49 +0000 Mama Bird 2539849@https://boards.hellobee.com/ Yes, but of course they still last only a season before they're outgrown. I think mid range priced shoes are the best... the expensive side is not worth it, but we've had cheap ones break in two weeks and need replacement. catlady on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539745 Tue, 03 May 2016 12:28:06 +0000 catlady 2539745@https://boards.hellobee.com/ In our experience, it sort of depends. We have had stride rites that have lasted a long time, and one pair that fell apart in a week. See Kai Run has been similarly hit-or-miss. We have a pair of the target brand stride rite ("Surprize") and they have lasted really well. Sadly, I haven't found a great way of predicting which ones will last and which won't, though... Mrs D on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539714 Tue, 03 May 2016 12:02:16 +0000 Mrs D 2539714@https://boards.hellobee.com/ For sure...I buy Stride Rites and Puma's for the heavy use shoes and they last so much better I have found... MK0180 on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539709 Tue, 03 May 2016 11:57:28 +0000 MK0180 2539709@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I think so but I refuse to buy full price for a pair of shoes that'll only last a couple of months. I like Stride Rite and Tsukohishi - you can find some pretty decent sales on Stride Rite's website and sign up for them and receive a discount and free shipping. I look on Zulilly for Tsukohishi shoes - they'll have them on there from time to time. Once in a while Amazon can have some at decent prices. Happygal on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539699 Tue, 03 May 2016 11:41:52 +0000 Happygal 2539699@https://boards.hellobee.com/ From the adult side of things, I think the higher quality shoes normally do hold up longer. I've had some cheapos though that hang in there for awhile! The majority of her shoes have been hand-me-downs and 2nd hand purchases. I hate spending full price for these things. Shantuck on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539690 Tue, 03 May 2016 11:29:52 +0000 Shantuck 2539690@https://boards.hellobee.com/ The Tsukihoshi brand hold up amazingly well. I once had a pair in which the sole started to separate from the top after a few wears so I emailed the company and they sent me a new pair immediately as a replacement. 808love on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539684 Tue, 03 May 2016 11:21:54 +0000 808love 2539684@https://boards.hellobee.com/ @Alba4: Yes, I like Stride Rite and Pediped too! The are very affordable when you sign up for their online email and look for sales. Alba4 on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539668 Tue, 03 May 2016 11:11:05 +0000 Alba4 2539668@https://boards.hellobee.com/ Yes! Stride Rite hold up amazingly! Also, I splurge on myself since I think you get what you pay for. That being said, I don't really buy designer brands. To me, I'll splurge on Hunter, Cole Haan, and Frye. 808love on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539665 Tue, 03 May 2016 11:05:57 +0000 808love 2539665@https://boards.hellobee.com/ Definitely. I was only doing expensive shoes, then I got cheap ones for a change and they were thrashed within 2 months. LO outgrows in about 8 months to a year so I want it lasting the whole year. I don't have time to shop for shoes all year long. T.H.O.U. on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539658 Tue, 03 May 2016 11:00:03 +0000 T.H.O.U. 2539658@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I think "it depends". Nike doesn't seem to hold up really well, I've had some SKR that didn't do well (leather) but in general yes I dont mind investing! looch on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539657 Tue, 03 May 2016 10:56:18 +0000 looch 2539657@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I don't think so. The only "rule" I have around shoes is making sure that they are not second hand because the shoes tend to get worn in and molded to the foot. Heck, I wear through shoes the same no matter how expensive they are... My son's shoes are wrecked by the time he's done with them, but that's because he doesn't have a huge shoe wardrobe. sapphire on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539656 Tue, 03 May 2016 10:54:26 +0000 sapphire 2539656@https://boards.hellobee.com/ Shoes are one area where I'm willing to spend a bit more for comfort, fit, and longevity. I scout out at Nordstrom Rack for quality brands at good prices. Periwinkle on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539650 Tue, 03 May 2016 10:48:04 +0000 Periwinkle 2539650@https://boards.hellobee.com/ This is one area where I tend to spend more money. We have been successful with brands like Tsukihoshi and Keen and they have held up very well. In fact, LO has been wearing one pair of Tsukihoshi sneakers since September and since they are machine washable, they still look almost brand new even though he wears them daily and gets them filthy. Mamaof2 on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539646 Tue, 03 May 2016 10:42:23 +0000 Mamaof2 2539646@https://boards.hellobee.com/ It varies for us DD has a pair of $15 sneakers that have held up really well and DS went thru his $50 pair in less than 2 months! Mrsbells on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539645 Tue, 03 May 2016 10:42:05 +0000 Mrsbells 2539645@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I like to go to marshalls or tj Maxx to try beret brands for LO for less. They do hold up a bit better. I have bought her sneakers from target and they arent as comfortable as the nike ones i got her for the same price regberadaisy on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539643 Tue, 03 May 2016 10:40:47 +0000 regberadaisy 2539643@https://boards.hellobee.com/ Yes - I pretty much exclusively buy Nikes for DD1 and they are dirty when she's outgrown them but definitely still able to be handed down. I asked IL to buy her a pair of sneakers for Christmas. It's a generic frozen light up and the Velcro doesn't stick anymore even though she hasn't outgrown them. Asked my SIL to buy her a pair of sneakers for her birthdays and I went back to Nikes. lamariniere on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539639 Tue, 03 May 2016 10:38:17 +0000 lamariniere 2539639@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I buy more expensive shoes and they definitely last longer than cheap ones. I bought DS Keens two summers in a row and they held up perfectly. I bought DD a pair of cheap-o Keens knock offs and they were falling apart after 3 weeks. Truth Bombs on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539617 Tue, 03 May 2016 10:08:38 +0000 Truth Bombs 2539617@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I would say yes. We tend to buy more expensive shoe brands, and I have never had shoes wear out before being outgrown, even shoes I've bought second hand. avivoca on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539609 Tue, 03 May 2016 09:58:43 +0000 avivoca 2539609@https://boards.hellobee.com/ Not sure. H isn't really hard on her shoes except in the summer with her sandals. ValentineMommy on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539608 Tue, 03 May 2016 09:57:50 +0000 ValentineMommy 2539608@https://boards.hellobee.com/ Definitely, especially with sneakers. BeachMama on "Do more expensive shoes hold up better?" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-more-expensive-shoes-hold-up-better#post-2539606 Tue, 03 May 2016 09:51:54 +0000 BeachMama 2539606@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I usually buy DD's shoes at Target and note that they wear out pretty quickly, especially on the toes. I have a hard time justifying more expensive shoes because she'll outgrow them so fast, but if they last longer it may be worth it. Do you find that pricier brands stay together longer?