# Summer-Ready Kid's Sandals Freshly Picked Created a New Line of Fun Leather Sandals By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-02-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fun-leather-sandals References: [hypekids](https://hypekids.com/2018/2/freshly-picked-sandals-summer-2018) & [freshlypicked](https://freshlypicked.com/pages/our-story) Children's clothing brand Freshly Picked released a new line of fun leather sandals that are perfect for the summer. The line features bright colors on five brand new sandal silhouettes made from a soft leather. The new shoes were created to allow [children to run and explore](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petit-lem-tropicana) comfortably all day, with supportive soles and prong-free buckles. The designer is known for taking all aspects of any kid's day and making sure they have shoes that can handle anything. Made with a waterproof material, these fun leather sandals are perfect for the [beach and any summer weather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voile-blanche). Freshly Picked's new line is available online now for $40 a pair, making them reliable and affordable. Image Credit: Freshly Picked ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fun Leather Sandals:** Opportunity for more kid's clothing brands to create colorful and comfortable footwear for children all year round. - **Waterproof Shoes for Kids:** Opportunity for companies to create waterproof shoes that kids can wear in any weather without sacrificing style. - **Prong-free Buckles:** Opportunity for companies to invent more comfortable and safe closures for children's shoes, ensuring more comfort and fewer injuries. ### Where This Applies - **Children's Footwear Industry:** Companies within this industry can create innovative footwear designs that offer both style and comfort for children. - **Children's Clothing Industry:** Manufacturers of children's clothing can include footwear in their product lines, ensuring that children are outfitted in fashionable apparel from head to toe. - **Beach Apparel Industry:** Companies within this industry can offer waterproof, kid-friendly footwear that can handle any kind of weather, perfect for the beach. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Versatile Handmade Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handmade-sandals.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Supportive Children’s Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wander-shoe.md) - [Timeless Travel-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandal-collection.md) - [Sleek T-Strap Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tkees-x-jcrew.md) - [Woven Sandal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-sandals.md) - [Dynamic Neutral-Toned Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanuk-1.md) - [Stylish Slide Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-slide.md) - [Adventurous Outdoor Sandal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-sandal-collection.md)