Oilily Shoes

The Dutch have always been known for their dedication to quality footwear. In recent years people have turned to Dutch designers for the latest trends in fashion footwear thanks to the fashion house Oilily. Oilily shoes are popular choices for today's celebrity babies and kids. In 1963 Olli and Marieke Olsthoorn set up shop in their home. They begin by making colorful and imaginative clothing for their own children, and the demand for these clothes grew quickly. After several years selling in the local community, Oilily opened its first flagship store. In 1987 and 1988 the first stores opened in the United States and England. Today there are 70 stores throughout the world.Dating back to the early days of the company, Oilily designers have striven to capture the innocence of childhood, featuring floral patterns, bright colors, and fun designs. Designs from the fashion house have a universal appeal and a distinct point of view. A collection from Oilily was even featured in the Guggenheim Museum in Spain.In 2004, Oilily received the first ever European Kids Fashion Award from the European Kids Fashion Association. That same year Oilily earned the 'Most Creative Brand' award from the Senken Fashion Publishing Group of Japan. If you're looking for award winning shoes from Oilily, be sure to convert the sizes from European to American sizes. For infants the sizes start at 16 instead of the American size 0. Sizing conversion charts can give you the proper European size for your child's feet.