The Irish Sun
Mum left fuming as daughter scuffs brand new shoes just two DAYS back at school
A MUM has been left fuming after her daughter returned home from her second day back at school with scuffed, scruffy shoes. Steph explained that she’…
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The Persistent Problem of Scuffed School Shoes: Parents Share Solutions and Frustrations
A recent video posted by user StephYorkshireMillennial has sparked a lively discussion among parents regarding the persistent challenge of finding durable school shoes. The video, uploaded on September 6, 2025, features a mother presenting a pair of black patent school shoes, visibly scuffed on the toes, after only two days of wear by her child. "What are we doing about this?" she asks, highlighting the common frustration. "It's been two days... and her shoes already look like this." She further elaborated, "I don't want her to go looking scruffy, so what's the alternative? What are you buying the girls to wear for school?" The video quickly garnered significant attention, accumulating over 69,500 views and 576 comments. Parents in the comments section offered a range of advice, from specific brands like Clarks, Dr. Martens, Kickers, and Lelli Kelly's, to practical tips such as using black nail polish or shoe polish. Some suggested avoiding patent leather for younger children, while others emphasized the importance of investing in higher-quality leather shoes. The collective response underscores a widespread concern among families about the longevity and quality of children's school footwear.
The Sun
Mum left fuming as daughter scuffs brand new shoes just two DAYS back at school
A MUM has been left fuming after her daughter returned home from her second day back at school with scuffed, scruffy shoes. Steph explained that she’…
The Scottish Sun
Mum left fuming as daughter scuffs brand new shoes just two DAYS back at school
A MUM has been left fuming after her daughter returned home from her second day back at school with scuffed, scruffy shoes. Steph explained that she’…
