I'm all about finding low prices for high quality items. The kids are constantly growing out of everything we buy them so I try to keep the cost minimal. I often shop consignment shops but it is nice to get them something brand new once in a while and at $11 these were a steal. I wonder if they run a little small as my daughter is 10 and wears a 3 1/2 shoe size. I expected these to flap at her heel since they should be a little big on her. They seem to fit her just fine so either her feet are growing faster than I expected or the shoes run a little on the small side. She loves the way they look. I like the soft rubber soul so while she can wear them with her party dresses she can still run around the playground with then too.