Kickers vs Hush Puppies: Our Best School Shoes

Kickers vs Hush Puppies: Our Best School Shoes

 

Kickers and Hush Puppies are both classic school shoe brands that have been trusted for over 50 years now. 

At Hirst Footwear, we stock both brands, meaning you’ll be spoilt for choice when deciding what brand to get your kids for the new school term. 


About Kickers school shoes

For over 50 years, Kickers have been making comfortable and durable school shoes that are built to last.

Kickers are well-known globally for their sturdy school shoes that can withstand time on the playground, as well as look smart thanks to their trademark rubber soles and scuff-resistant outers. Our guide to Kickers school shoes tells you much more!


About Hush Puppies school shoes

Hush Puppies have been making reliable and comfortable school shoes for over 66 years now. Their classic school shoes styles are made for today, with a contemporary look that has subtle nods to their past designs. 

Their shoes are set to withstand the rigours of kids' school life, while also offering essential support for developing feet. Our guide to Hush Puppies school shoes tells you much more! 


What we love about Kickers

Kickers rigorously test their range of both boys and girls school shoes to ensure they’re optimised to protect active feet, no matter how old your kids are. 

Kickers ensure all of their school shoes feature reinforced stitching, padded heel collars and strengthened fastenings to make their school shoes playground and teacher approved. 


What we love about Hush Puppies

Hush Puppies create their school shoes with comfort and durability at the forefront every time, helping kids of all ages to learn without any pain from their school shoes. 

The brand aims to combine fashion and functionality to fit the taste and preferences of everyone, from those who love a trainer style school shoe to those who like a more traditional loafer style. 


Our top school shoe choices

Our top Kickers school shoes 

 

 

The Kickers Junior Girls Kick T Vel Black Patent Leather Adjustable School Shoes are a patent pair of chunky T-bar school shoes, ideal for young girls learning how to put their own shoes on. 

These shoes have modern details such as a chunky sole unit, stripe stitching and branded tabs that pair perfectly with the classic style and stitch effect detailing on the toe. 



 

The Kickers Boys Kids Tovni Scuff Lo Black Leather Adjustable School Shoes are a low style of sporty school shoes that feature hook and loop fastenings for an easy to use adjustable fit. 

These shoes feature a rubber badge strap end that helps to prevent ends from fraying, whilst the toe and heel bumpers have a scuff resistant coating to help them withstand the playground. 



 

The Girls Kickers Kick Flutter Black Patent Leather Butterfly Boots are a twist on the iconic Kickers school boot, offering a touch of style and practicality. The quality patent leather uppers feature 3D butterflies that add a modern twist to these classic shoes. 

Microfresh technology ensures these shoes stay odour free for longer, meaning your kids can play without a risk of blisters or sores forming on their feet. 



 

The Kickers Unisex Junior Kids Kick Lo Mix Mesh Black Leather Lace Up School Shoes are one of Kickers most iconic pairs of school shoes but with a modern twist. The smooth leather uppers and mesh collar add a cool twist to these classic shoes. 

They also feature Kickers trademark chunky rubber sole, signature triple-stitch construction and the iconic lace charm. 


Our top Hush Puppies school shoes 

 

 

The Hush Puppies Tally Girls Black Leather School Shoes are a cute pair of Mary Jane style school shoes that feature an easy to use adjustable touch fastening strap. They also feature micro-fresh lining a sporty, cushioned outsole that is ideal for kids who love playing on the playground. 

These shoes feature Hush Puppies hard wearing rubber outsoles and have robust leather outers to minimise scuff visibility. 



 

The Hush Puppies Scott Black Leather School Shoes are a sporty looking school shoe that feature triple touch fastening straps for a secure fit and a padded collar for added comfort. The custom fit system allows you to find the perfect fit for your kids feet, ensuring they are comfortable throughout the whole day. 

Every pair also comes with 3 pairs of footbeds, double dyed real leather and hard wearing and durable outsoles. 



 

The Hush Puppies Sabrina Jnr Girls Black Patent School Shoes are another classic pair of Mary Janes but with a twist. The Sabrina shoes have an adjustable strap fastening that is super easy for kids to use themselves, as well as a treaded sole for additional grip. 

These shoes are completed with the patent leather finish and star punch detailing across the toe of the shoes. 



 

The Hush Puppies Adrian Black Leather School Shoes are a classic pair of boys school shoes crafted from high quality leather. These shoes feature removable Bounce footbeds for all day comfort and lace-up fastenings for a secure fit. 

The footbed provides energy rebound with every step and retains its cushioning to help provide all day comfort. 



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