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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 Skater Shoes for boysZappos.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.

DC Kids Spartan

DC Kids Spartan Skate Inspired Shoes for BoysZappos.com
Here's another cool pair of skate sneakers. I especially like them in the white and red combo that is perfect for spring. These soft shoes feature a leather upper and a cool DC logo on the side.

Emerica Kids Leo

Emerica Kids Reynolds 3zappos.com
These bright-as-lights and funky cool shoes by Emerica Kids are awesome. I love the simple lines and overall classic look of these skate shoes, especially in this incredible blue suede.

Adio Kids Kenny V.1

Adio Kids Kenny V.1 Skate Inspired Athletic Shoes for Boyspiperlime.com
Last year, skate shoes were all about big, bold logos. This year, while the logo still remains an important part of any cool pair of skate shoes, the logos are shrinking and making room for a bit more style. These shoes by Adio feature a fabulous color palette, cool design and an overall funky look.

Zoo York Kids Jack

Zoo York Skate Shoes Skate Shoes for Boyszappos.com
Zoo York shoes are always at the forefront of fashion combining the traditional skate shoe silhouette with funky graphics. The Zoo York Kids Jack shoes come in several color and pattern combinations, but I'm loving this black and white pair which are covered in creepy bugs.

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.

etnies Kids Fader

etnies Kids Fader Skate Shoes for Boyszappos.com
These funky skater shoes, designed by etnies, are crazy-cool. My favorite are these graffiti 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.

Circa Kids 205K

Circa Kids Skate Shoes for Boyszappos.com
Circa's "quality vulcanized construction" makes these cool-as-can-be skater shoes stylish and durable. This particular pair of Circas feature a combination lace-up and hook-and-loop closure that provides excellent ankle support for when he's out skating or playing. Oh, and they look totally rad too.

World Industries Kids Faction

Skater Inspired Boys' Shoes World Industries Kids Factionzappos.com
He'll be right on target with these high-fashion skate shoes. The World Industries Kids Faction shoes are the perfect combination of style and function and are an excellent alternative for the kid who wants to get that skate-look without having the same shoes as every other kid on the block.

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