Jan & Jul

Barefoot brand from Canada.

Jan & Jul is a Canadian brand making shoes and boots for babies, toddlers and little kids, from breathable knit slip-ons and water shoes to fleece-lined winter boots and waterproof sneakers. Many styles have a wide toe box, a light flexible sole and an easy-on design, so they are barefoot-inspired rather than strictly zero drop. I'd look at them mainly for budget-friendly winter boots and everyday kids' shoes.

Specialities: kids, toddlers, boots, winter

Jan & Jul website

How Jan & Jul fits

rounded toe box, wide width, high volume

This is a kids range with roomy, wide fronts that suit chubby or wider feet. Measure the longest toe and go up a size if you land on the cusp. The fleece-lined winter boots need one size up if you're not measuring.

The Jan & Jul range