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Salt Water Sandal by Hoy Shoes Salt-Water - The Original Sandal (Infant/Toddler) SKU #7128122(View on Zappos.com Classic)

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Product Information:
  • The very Original Salt-Water® Sandals.
  • Specifically designed to be worn in and out of the water.
  • Water-friendly leather upper.
  • Breathable leather lining and footbed.
  • Ankle strap with buckle closure ensures a secure fit.
  • Hand stitched construction.
  • Brass buckles won't rust if you get them wet.
  • Vulcanized rubber outsole.
  • 3.00 oz.
  • Product measurements were taken using size 5 Infant. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
  • Questions? Please call 1-800-927-7121 to speak to one of our Kids' consultants!
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Overall Rating:
  • (5 Stars) 85%
  • (4 Stars) 15%
  • (3 Stars) 0%
  • (2 Stars) 0%
  • (1 Stars) 0%
Customer Fit Survey:

Customers surveying this product said...

  • 76% "Felt a half size larger than marked"
  • 94% "Felt true to width"
  • 90% "No arch support"
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Recent Customer Reviews - 36 Reviews Total

Posted: Aug 4, 2009
Reviewer: from California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Finally a shoe that doesn't fall apart or leave blisters! I wore these sandals as a kid and now my daughter has a pair. They never wear out, are easy to clean and she hasn't once complained about them being uncomfortable (which just never happens!). I'm sure that if her feet don't grow too much, she can wear them again next summer. A Great pair of sandals and well worth the price.
Posted: Jul 29, 2009
Reviewer: from New York City
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love these shoes for my two and a half year old daughter. They are very stylish and go with everything from shorts to summer dresses. They are of excellent quality, and the best part is that she can wear them in the water without damaging them. They do run about a half size big. She's currently a size six and a half or seven, and the size six in this sandal fit perfectly.
Posted: Jul 2, 2009
Reviewer: Debra B from Old Lyme
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Absolutely love these shoes! They are perfect for summer since they can get wet and the soft pink color is so sweet. They are true to size and have great support for my 2-year old.
Posted: Jun 28, 2009
Reviewer: Kirsten K from Minneapolis, MN
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love these sandals! The bright yellow is a great summer color and my daughter wears these every day. They are a little difficult getting on the first time but if you look at the instructions in the box it shows you how to stretch the width. I highly recommend getting them wet first. The fit is much better. Hoy is a great brand. I have already ordered another color/style. As always Zappos shipped the same day and service is great.
Posted: Jun 15, 2009
Reviewer: Vanessa from California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are the best. I buy them for my daughter every year. I love them because they are comfy and especially because she has skinny long feet. And they look way way cute even with jeans; only bad thing is they are a bit pricey but worth the investment.
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Additional Brand Information

For over 60 years, the Hoy Shoe Company has made the finest in children’s summer sandals. These island-inspired designs deliver durable comfort with a unique look that can’t be beat. Salt Water Sandals combine comfort and durability along with style to make exceptional shoes for boys and girls.

Hoy’s Salt Water Sandals are manufactured using nothing but the finest American made materials. From supple leathers to traditional metal buckles the quality of these sandals is sure to make parents happy. A large palette of contemporary colors guarantees that Salt Water’s conventional designs are always up to date with the current trends.

Over the years Hoy’s Salt Water Sandals have maintained a classic look that won’t go out of style. Your child will look great time after time in these traditional designs. Hoy’s Salt Water Sandals have stood the test of time and the future will continue to bring more of these fashionable and classic designs.

Additional Customer Reviews:

Posted: Jun 5, 2009
Reviewer: from
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love these shoes. Every time my little girl wears them she gets compliments. They haven't given her one blister either which I am grateful for. I will definitely buy these again and again for my kids.
Posted: May 28, 2009
Reviewer: from WA
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I saw these and loved them for my 2 yr old. She really loves them. They do require some wear to break in. (Get wet then wear-really works!) a little slippery on the bottom too. But overall so cute! Nothing compares to the real deal Salt Water sandal!!
Posted: May 5, 2009
Reviewer: Arlington M from Arlington VA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: No arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Fabulous and comfortable - My 18 month old LOVES THESE SANDALS! She begs to wear them every day!
Posted: Apr 14, 2009
Reviewer: from Atlanta, GA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Great sandals - These sandals have been around for a long time. I used to get them from stride rite for my daughter years ago. I went to look for them in the mall to get a pair for my niece and could not find them. Luckily I was able to locate them with Zappos. These sandals have a good fit and the colors are great too.
Posted: Mar 15, 2009
Reviewer: Lisa from VA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
PERFECT SANDAL!! I have absolutely fallen in love with this sandal! I used to wear them when I was little, and now my daughter does as well! My daughter just had her 2nd birthday, and I have always purchased the Stride Rite Daffodil sandal for her...no more! I still think the Stride Rite is an awesome sandal, but the Salt Water Sandal fits my daughter's foot perfectly. These are high quality shoes, a classic design, and at a great price. I can't believe the price is so reasonable considering the quality of this shoe. Another great feature is that it is a classic buckle sandal, no Velcro, so it's not as easily taken off by young toddlers. The sole is a little stiff out of the box, so I just bent/folded them at the ball of the shoe (like you would a Birkenstock), and they were ready for wear. Also, if your child's feet tend to get blisters easily, the manufacturer recommends that you wet them, put them on your child, and as they dry, they will form perfectly to the shape of their feet. Therefore, creating a custom fit. You may not have to do this, as the leather on these seems soft enough not to cause blisters, yet firm enough to keep its shape. The icing on the cake? They come in several colors! Love it!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Jumping Jacks, Stride Rite
Posted: Feb 20, 2009
Reviewer: Mellisa from Virginia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked Shoe Arch: No arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Cute sandal - We just bought these in the fuchsia color and they are so cute. I have to agree with the other reviews and say they run about a half size larger, the width was fine for my 32 month old. We bought the size 8 and my daughter will have some room to grow but not enough for her to trip all the time. My daughter wore them around the house for a long time before she wanted them off, for her that's extremely unusual, she HATES shoes. I have to conclude that these must be comfortable and thanks to Zappos for getting them here so fast. Great sandal for the price!!
Posted: Dec 15, 2008
Reviewer: Yokeko from Delaware
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: No arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Fantastic Sandals - I am thrilled that these shoes are still made! My four children wore them all through the 70's and early 80's. They are virtually indestructible - our kids wore them in salt water, fresh water, and on a daily basis where we lived. I bought them in pink for my new granddaughter who lives on a beach. They will be perfect and she can wear them every day when she begins toddling about!
Posted: Jul 12, 2008
Reviewer: E. L from Stratford, CT
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: No arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Great summer shoe for little girls - We needed a shoe that had no plastic because of my 1-year-old's sensitive skin (Crocs gave her a rash). These are great! They can get wet, look cute, and protect her little toes. I do recommend getting the shoes wet and letting your child wear them while the shoes are wet so they form to your child's feet.
Posted: Jul 9, 2008
Reviewer: from Las Vegas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked Shoe Arch: No arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Great sandal - I bought these for my granddaughter they are as well made as I remembered I bought them for all four of my kids. Who wore them on the beach and in the back yard playing. The more they wore them the more comfortable they became. I had three children very close in age and they even lasted long enough to for me to hand them down.
Posted: Jul 9, 2008
Reviewer: from Nashville
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
A great, classic sandal! These are great sandals. They are not too heavy for my little girl’s foot and she seems to like wearing them.
Posted: Jul 6, 2008
Reviewer: Brooke from Fort Hood, Texas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a full size larger than marked Shoe Arch: No arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Just like I remember. These are excellent sandals. The only shoe my 15 month old can stand to have on her foot and can't get off herself. I used to wear these 20+ years ago and they haven't changed a bit, other than in color. Just be aware they need time to be broken in. After that they are like wearing slippers. My kids love them.
Posted: Jun 26, 2008
Reviewer: Trina from New Jersey
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Great shoe - My daughter looks great in the yellow. I love it.
Posted: Mar 6, 2008
Reviewer: from Downieville, California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: No arch support
Still looks great - We love buying these never outdated shoes. I wore them as a kid and now my daughter is wearing them. They fit great. True to size. So cute! Also, I ordered them yesterday and they are sitting in my living room right now! One day service, you just can't beat that! Customer service did a complementary upgrade on my shipping! I love Zappos and will be a life long customer.
Posted: Mar 1, 2008
Reviewer: from
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: No arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Great sandal - My daughter loves these sandals. They're comfortable, cute and durable. We'll be buying them again and again as she grows.
Posted: Jul 31, 2007
Reviewer: Gaelle from Florida
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (3 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: No arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
I bought those shoes in brown for my son when he was 18 months old, they were great for him for the hot weather. It’s perfect shoes for boys who loves to play in the water, the dirt...So I bought those again for my daughter who is 14 months. For her it’s a good shoe to go to the park or the beach but not for everyday use. I think she is a little small to wear those because there is no arch support.
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