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The Coolest Shoes for Boys

By Michelle Kouzmine, About.com

What are the most in-style shoes for boys to wear as casual shoes? Skater inspired athletic shoes. No doubt about it, these cool shoes for boys will be everywhere this season. And, the funkier, the better. If you have a hard time finding just the right pair in your local mall, don't despair, the best shoes for kids are online! I'll show you what shoes your boy will be begging for and where to get them.

Vans Kids Classic Slip Ons

Vans Kids Classic Slip Ons for Back to SchoolZappos.com
These are the perfect casual shoe for your little rocker, skater or just too-cool kid. He'll look awesome in these classic Vans Slip Ons with wild decorations. If the patterned Vans are just a bit too rock-n-roll for him, check out the other varieties available.

Zoo York Kids Louis

Zoo York Skate Shoes for Back to Schoolzappos.com
Zoo York cleverly combines traditional skate style with a little class to create a stylish and unique skate shoe. He's sure to stand out in these awesome Back to School shoes by Zoo York.

etnies Kids' Digit

Back to School Skate Shoes for Boyszappos.com
These funky skater shoes, designed by etnies, are just awesome. My favorite are these brown and cream patterned ones. They feature a padded tongue and collar, an EVA footbed, a grippy gum rubber outsole and most importantly, that sought-after "E" logo.

Heelys Camo Bones

Skater Inspired Boys' Shoes for Back to Schoolzappos.com
Skater inspired athletic shoes are the coolest shoes for boys this season. These wheeled shoes by Heelys have been dominating kids' shoes for the past several seasons. And guess what? They show no signs of slowing down. He'll coast through Fashion 101 in these shoes that are complete with a removable wheel at the heel.
Consult his school's dress code before sending him to school in wheeled shoes.

Nike Kids Oncore Jr

Nike Skate Shoes for Back to Schoolzappos.com
Nike skate shoes? Yep, and they're pretty cool too. Kids are going crazy for these handsome looking kicks. They not only look awesome, but they are a highly functioning skate shoe featuring a leather, suede and nubuck construction, phylon midsole cushioning and adjustable fit.

Osiris Kids Corpse Kids

Skate Shoes for Boys: Back to Schoolzappos.com
Check out these super-funky Osiris Kids Corpse shoes designed by Corey Duffel. These quality skate shoes are made with a suede and canvas upper and a flex-wrap rubber outsole designed to be flexible while skating or just hanging around looking cool.

Emerica Kids Leo

Adio Kids Hamilton zappos.com
These new for 2008 shoes by Emerica Kids are great for the boy who wants a traditional looking skate shoe, but wants something a bit different. I love the simple lines and overall classic look of these skate shoes.

Adio Kids Shaun White V1

Adio Kids Sumner V.3 for Back to Schoolzappos.com
This year, skate shoes are bedecked about cool patterns and logos. These hot shoes by Adio feature a pattern composed of Shaun White's initials and are available in several color combinations.

DC Kids Court Graffik

DC Kids Court Graffik for Back to School 2007Zappos.com
Here's another cool pair of skate sneakers. I especially like them in the white and emerald combination because it gives them a more crisp look, but there are a ton of color combinations available. These soft shoes feature a leather upper and a cool DCSHOECOUSA logo on the side.

Circa Kids Allie 208K

Circa Kids Skate Shoes for Back to Schoolzappos.com
Circa's "quality vulcanized construction" makes these cool-as-can-be skater shoes stylish and durable. Kids' love the look and feel of these comfortable skate shoes.

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