Finding affordable shoes that last can be tricky, with sneakers often costing hundreds of dollars each and kids often outgrowing them quickly. Thankfully, there are great alternatives out there; our Strategist team put together this list of some of their favorites which you can find both in stores and resale shops like Kidizen or Poshmark.Vans Old Skool sneakers are timeless classics and our junior tester loved that she could wear them with anything in her closet - they even come in both little kid and big kid sizes for added convenience!Adidas sneakers feature an adorable style that can easily be dressed up or down. Our junior tester found them extremely comfortable for wearing all day, as their hook and loop closure makes putting on their footwear easier for children themselves. girls shoes Ten Little is your one-stop shop for stylish kids' sneakers designed specifically to fit children's feet - rather than shrinking down an adult shoe and shrinking down its size! Their Fit Finder makes finding your child's ideal pair simple!