Gorgeous red patent shoes made from dyed-through leather to reduce scuffs. Leather lined for comfort, with a T-bar rip tape fastening for an adjustable fit. Lightweight and flexible, with an elongated heel stiffener to provide extra support for young feet. Measure and Fit at Home: Start-rite believe it's really important to measure a child's feet accurately before buying them every pair of shoes, as ill-fitting shoes can have a serious impact on your child's foot health. To be sure that your child is wearing shoes that fit properly, you can either visit one of the John Lewis stores, where trained staff will measure and fit your child with shoes, or if that's not convenient, use one of our specially developed fitting gauges to help you measure your child's feet at home.