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๐ก Pretty Brave ยท Phoebe ยท Open Sandal ยท Girls ยท School & Everyday
Elegant, effortless, and made for every school day.
Crafted from natural, durable leather with two black nickel buckles and hidden hook and loop โ the Phoebe is an open sandal that looks polished and wears effortlessly, from morning drop-off to home time.
The Pretty Brave Phoebe is an open sandal crafted from natural, durable leathers โ elegant in design and effortless to wear. Two black nickel buckles give it a timeless, polished look that suits any school uniform, while hidden hook and loop fastenings underneath mean kids can put them on and take them off independently, without any help at the classroom door.
The soft, breathable construction and antibacterial comfort insole with extra padding keep feet comfortable from morning to home time. Genuine leather moulds to the foot over time, delivering a better fit day after day. Available EU28โ36, designed in New Zealand.
| Foot Length (mm) | EU | US | UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 170โ176 | 28 | 11 | 10 |
| 176โ182 | 29 | 12 | 11 |
| 182โ189 | 30 | 12.5 | 11.5 |
| 189โ195 | 31 | 13 | 12 |
| 195โ202 | 32 | 13.5 | 13 |
| 202โ208 | 33 | 1 | 13.5 |
| 208โ214 | 34 | 2 | 1.5 |
| 214โ220 | 35 | 3 | 2.5 |
| 220โ227 | 36 | 4 | 3.5 |
| Style | Open sandal |
| Upper material | Genuine leather (natural, durable leathers) |
| Insole | Antibacterial comfort insole with extra padding |
| Fastening | Two black nickel buckles with hidden hook and loop |
| Construction | Soft, breathable |
| Colour | Black |
| Gender | Girls |
| Available sizes | EU 28 โ EU 36 |
| Designed in | New Zealand |
| Brand | Pretty Brave |
What sizes does the Pretty Brave Phoebe come in?
The Phoebe is available in EU sizes 28โ36, covering kids from approximately 5 to 12 years. Measure your child's foot length in millimetres while standing and match to the size guide above. If between sizes, size up for growing room.
Are the Phoebe sandals suitable for school?
The Phoebe is designed as an elegant, everyday sandal for school-age girls. The classic buckle silhouette suits many NZ school uniform policies, particularly in the warmer terms. We recommend checking your school's specific footwear requirements before purchasing, as policies vary.
How do the buckles and hidden hook and loop work together?
The Phoebe features two decorative black nickel buckles with hidden hook and loop fastenings underneath. This gives the polished look of a traditional buckle sandal with the practical ease of hook and loop โ kids can put them on and take them off quickly and independently, without fiddling with buckles at the classroom door.
Is the Phoebe upper made from real leather?
Yes. The Phoebe is crafted from natural, durable genuine leather that breathes and moulds to the foot over time โ better fit and more durability than synthetic alternatives.
Are the Phoebe sandals comfortable for all-day wear?
Yes. The Phoebe features extra padding and an antibacterial comfort insole, along with soft, breathable leather construction โ designed to keep feet comfortable from morning drop-off through to home time.
Where are Pretty Brave shoes designed?
Pretty Brave shoes are designed in New Zealand โ crafted to balance style, comfort and durability for real Kiwi kids and real Kiwi conditions.
About Pretty Brave
Pretty Brave is a New Zealand children's footwear brand designing shoes from newborn through to school age. Every style is created for the real demands of Kiwi kids โ developmental needs balanced with durability, comfort and a little personality. The Phoebe is Pretty Brave's elegant open sandal, crafted from natural leathers and designed to make every school day feel effortless.
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Which countries do you ship to internationally?
We deliver worldwide and have plenty of fast and reliable shipping options.
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How much will my shipment cost?
Our shipping fees are as follows:
New Zealand
Courier Postย Within New Zealandย
Purchase: $0.00 โ $99.99 NZD
Shipping Cost: $5.99 NZD
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What shipping methods do you have?
We dispatch all orders within 2-5 working days from Monday to Friday except for sale and peak periods where this may take longer.
If for some reason the delivery were delayed, we'll inform you as soon as possible, also in case the stock of any article is not available.
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Can I track the delivery of my order?
Yes, once your order is shipped you will receive a shipping confirmation to your email all the information to track your delivery. Also you can check the status and the shipment trackingย logging into your account.
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We want you to love your purchase! If for any reason you change your mind, we offer aย 14-day return periodย from the date of arrival for a full refund or exchange, including on sale items.
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