Narrow Sandals for Girls – The Best Summer Sandals for Girls with Narrow Feet!

January 21, 2023 Narrow Shoes Juan Pablo Valenzuela 29 - Comments

Narrow sandals for girls are hard to come by. Some families spend a lot of time trying different styles but always end up empty-handed. I am a shoe fitter with over a decade of experience fitting children’s shoes and I have created several resources for children with narrow feet, from sneakers to dress shoes. The best sandals for girls with narrow feet should provide narrow heel counters and platforms, and multiple points of adjustability to help keep the foot in place. I will show you a list of these sandals shortly.

What Makes the Sandals I Recommend Effective for Narrow Feet?

➡️ Narrow Heel Counters and Platforms

The heel counter is the back part of the sandals, and the narrower it is, the better it fits the shape of your child’s narrow feet. Shoes with narrow heel counters help prevent heel slippage. Below you can see the difference between two sandals that are the same size in length. Do you notice how the sandal on the right has a narrow heel counter compared to the sandal on the left?

The sandal on the right also has a narrower toe-box, which is going to help prevent your child’s feet from moving excessively inside the sandals.

Which Shoe Brands Make Sandals for Girls with Narrow Feet?

There are certain shoe brands that you should start getting familiar with which are Naturino, Primigi (certain styles), Garvalin, and Keen (certain styles).

I have fitted summer sandals from these shoe brands before and Naturino is pretty consistent and most of their shoe styles will fit a girl with narrow feet. When it comes to Primigi and Keen certain styles fit much narrower than others. You should always keep these shoe brands in mind when shopping for your girls’ summer sandals. However, to make it easy for you I will describe the best sandals styles from these particular shoe brands.

The sandals that I recommend below are all everyday sandals that your daughter can wear for most of the day, as they provide excellent traction and support. However, I always recommend alternating with sneakers, as sneakers provide better support than sandals. Disclosure: Some links in this post may be affiliate links and we may receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you) when you click our links and make purchases.

The Best Narrow Sandals for Girls to Ensure a Comfortable Fit

Many of the sandals featured below come in several color options, so if your child likes a specific model, please make sure to click through and see if they have the desired color.

Water Play Sandals

  • Order the sandal style Seacamp II CNX by Keen on Zappos
  • Fits narrow and medium
  • Metatomical EVA footbed provides excellent arch support and cradles the natural contours of the foot
  • Adjustable hook-and-loop strap with bungee closure for a secure fit
  • Machine washable
  • I suggest that you get this sandal a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Order the sandal style Knotch Creek by Keen on Amazon
  • Fits medium and wide feet
  • Open-toe with support and protection underfoot
  • Two adjustable hook-and-loop straps for easy on/off and an always-secure fit
  • Machine washable
  • Eco Anti-Odor for natural odor control
  • I suggest that you get this sandal a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Order the sandal style Manatee by Teva on Amazon
  • Fits narrow and medium feet
  • EVA foam footbed cushions and softly supports for all-day comfort
  • Rigid at the toe box
  • I suggest that you get this sandal a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Order the sandal style Moxie Sandal by Keen on Zappos
  • Fits narrow and medium
  • Metatomical EVA footbed provides excellent arch support and cradles the natural contours of the foot
  • Adjustable hook-and-loop strap with bungee closure for a secure fit
  • Machine washable
  • I suggest that you get this sandal a half size larger than your child’s current foot size

Dress Sandals

  • Order the sandal style Kimama by Naturino on Zappos
  • Fits narrow and medium feet
  • Adjustable hook-and-loop strap closure
  • Lightweight
  • I suggest that you get this sandal a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Order the sandal style Khea by Naturino on Zappos
  • Fits narrow and medium feet
  • Comfortable cushioned insole
  • Genuine Leather that adjusts to your child’s feet with time
  • Two adjustable hook-and-loop straps for easy on/off and an always-secure fit
  • I suggest that you get this sandal a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Order the sandal style Butterfly by Elephantito on Amazon
  • Fits narrow and medium feet
  • Genuine leather that adjusts to your child’s feet with time
  • Cushioned insole
  • I suggest that you get this sandal a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
  • Order the sandal style Aryli by Birkenstock on Zappos
  • Fits narrow and medium
  • Super soft leather upper
  • Two adjustable hook-and-loop straps
  • Slim fit
  • I suggest that you get this sandal a half size larger than your child’s current foot size

What Sandal Size Should You Order?

Keep in mind that most sandals are not available in half sizes, they come in whole sizes only. Let’s take a look at a couple of different scenarios that will help you identify which Moxie sandal size to order for your child.

  • If your child measures a foot size 5, you will order the size 6 and your child will still get the correct amount of growing room.
  • If your child measures a foot size 5 ½, you will order the size 6 and your child will get the correct amount of growing room.

Contact Me to Get a Personalized Recommendation! 

Do not hesitate to contact me directly at my e-mail if you have any further questions or need a different pair of shoes for your child’s narrow feet:

fittingchildrensshoes@gmail.com

Are Your Kids’ Sandals Too Wide? – Let’s Find Out!

If your child is already wearing a pair of sandals and you suspect that they are too wide, there are certain ways you can check to be 100% sure.

1️⃣ Put your girl’s sandals on and take a look if there is too much extra space around her heels —check if you can fit more than one finger around the heel area of the sandal— If you can fit one or more fingers then the sandals are too wide for your girl’s feet. Take a look at a picture of a child wearing a pair of sandals that are too wide:

2️⃣ Check if there are a lot of creases in front of the shoe or extra shoe material. Do you notice how the navy blue sandal seems to have a lot of extra material in the front compared to the pink one?

How to Retrieve Your Child’s Exact Foot Length and Shape

I created a resource that describes the simplest, yet most effective way to figure out your child’s foot size from home. Finding a pair of narrow sandals for girls can be very time-consuming, and you might end up empty-handed if you don’t know what sandal styles or shoe brands fit narrower than others.

Prevent Your Girls’ Sandals from Developing a Smell!

I have been contacted by several parents who have been complaining about their girls’ summer sandals smelling really bad. If your girl wears her summer sandals for most of the day then don’t be surprised if the sandals start developing a smell.

Please be aware that there are no products in the market right now that will help with getting rid of the smell, so don’t waste any money on products thinking that they might help. However, there is a home-based product secret that involves using baking soda and vinegar which will definitely help get rid of the smell! Just make sure you rub it throughout the sandal, especially in the neoprene part. Several parents have told me how they have tried this method and worked perfectly.

What Are the Best Narrow Sneakers for Girls?

If your child has narrow feet, finding a pair of everyday or seasonal shoes for your child can also be very time-consuming. However, I have good news for you. If you have been looking for a pair of everyday sneakers I got you covered in a different article I created.