I gave the shoes 1 extra star because they are sturdy and look great. However, they were large for my 7 year old. She complained constantly of the shoe rubbing on different spots on her foot and that they were generally uncomfortable. I tried multiple times to adjust the shoes straps and bungee string but she still had the same discomfort. I would not recommend these shoes. I actually went ahead and threw these shoes away, at great displeasure to my wallet, after less than a month of wear.