When I think of Clarks, I instantly reminisce about the annual trips to Myer to pick out another pair of plain black lace-up school shoes.

My mother always insisted on buying the brand-name shoe for me because they “lasted” longer and I suppose she was right — I always had polished footwear and rarely any chipped or scuffed leather panels.

Clarks has come a long way since my school days and although it will always be well-known for its back-to-school offering, it is the brand’s summer sandals that are about to put it on the map again.

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The range of kids’ summer shoes is being dubbed “feel-good flats for effortless all-day movement” and it’s safe to say they’re some of the cutest colourways and designs on the market.

Starting from $69.95 the pastel-coloured summer flats are lightweight, made out of a premium leather upper and breathable synthetic lining with supportive moulded footbeds and secure strap fittings.

Whether it’s weekend adventures, park playdates or family luncheons, these flats ensure kids of any age are comfortable.

There are plenty of colours to choose from so there will be an option for all manner of kids’ tastes and needs.

You can explore the full range and see the adorable socks-and-sandals campaign imagery on Clarks’ website here.

Looking for more?

If you want to match your mini-me why not pick up a pair of children’s Arizona Birko-Flor Narrow Children’s Sandals? Myer has a number of Birkenstock pieces to choose from and they start from $89.95.

For the adventurers among us TEVA and KEEN have a number of walking and hiking boots for kids, with as much as 40 per cent off depending on what size you’re looking for.

And it wouldn’t be a list without Crocs, which produces toddler, kids and adult sandals made of very comfortable rubber. The Bayaband Sandal is our top pick of the bunch.

To shop for more, head to Amazon Australia for the best deals.