Tiny Feet, Big Style: Reebok’s New Sesame Street Collection Will Make Your Kids Jump for Joy
I still remember the squeak of my first pair of “big kid” sneakers against our kitchen linoleum. There’s something magical about that perfect new shoe—and as a mom of two little sneakerheads (yes, they got it from me), I’m always on the lookout for footwear that makes my kids’ eyes light up while still being practical enough for playground adventures.
Well, parents, I’ve got news that’ll make both you AND your little ones happy: Reebok is teaming up with Sesame Street for what might be the cutest collection of kids’ shoes I’ve seen in years. And trust me, after a decade of writing about fashion and raising two tiny humans, I’ve seen A LOT of cute shoes.
When Sneaker Street Meets Sesame Street
Mark your calendars for March 26, 2025, because that’s when these colorful kicks hit stores globally. I got a sneak peek at the collection, and let’s just say my daughter already has her birthday list updated. The whole gang’s here—Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, and Big Bird—all transformed into wearable art for tiny feet.
Last weekend, I was trying to get my 4-year-old to clean up his Legos (a battle I lose approximately 90% of the time), when I showed him pictures of the Cookie Monster suede sneakers. Y’all, he actually stopped mid-tantrum. “Cookie shoes?” he whispered with wide eyes. Sometimes parenting wins come from the strangest places!
Five Styles That’ll Make Playground Entrance Count
The collection features five different styles, each one more playful than the last. My personal favorite is the Club C Revenge decorated with multicolored graphics—they remind me of Saturday mornings as a kid, bowl of Froot Loops in hand, mesmerized by the colorful world of Sesame Street.
Then there’s the Cookie Monster suede sneaker that comes complete with cookie-themed details. I mean, c’mon. The attention to detail here is incredible—they even made the texture feel a bit like Cookie’s fuzzy blue fur! It’s these little touches that make me appreciate when brands really understand what makes kids (and nostalgic parents) tick.
For Elmo fans, there’s the Classic Nylon in vibrant red with orange accents. My daughter spotted these in the preview photos and declared them “the most beautiful shoes in the universe,” which, coming from a 6-year-old whose fashion opinions change hourly, is high praise indeed.
Prices That Won’t Break the College Fund
Look, we all know kids’ feet grow at an alarming rate. I swear my son went up a size while I was writing this post. The good news is that these special edition sneakers won’t force you to dip into their college savings. Prices range from $50 for infant sizes to $60 for children’s sizes.
Is it more than your basic kid shoe? Sure. But after buying three pairs of $20 shoes that fell apart faster than my New Year’s resolutions, I’ve learned that sometimes spending a bit more upfront saves money (and tantrums) in the long run.
The Unboxing Experience
Can we talk about packaging for a sec? These sneakers come in a limited-edition Sesame Street box that might actually be worth keeping—unlike the 67 other shoe boxes currently cluttering my garage “just in case we need them for a craft project someday.” (Narrator: They never did.)
There’s also an apparel line to match, available exclusively online. Perfect for those kids who insist on “matching” outfits. My son went through a phase where everything HAD to match… including his socks and his toothbrush. Don’t ask me to explain kid logic.
The Parental Reality Check
Will these shoes magically prevent your child from stepping in every puddle between your front door and the car? Nope. Will they stop growing out of shoes at an alarming rate? Unfortunately not. But will your kids feel like the coolest kid on the playground? Absolutely.
Sometimes in the chaos of parenting—between the endless snack requests and the mysterious sticky substances that appear on every surface—it’s the little moments of joy that matter. Watching your kiddo proudly strut around in shoes featuring their favorite character might just be worth every penny.
So whether you’re shopping for a birthday present, a back-to-school treat, or just because your child’s current shoes mysteriously “disappeared” after they refused to take them off for three straight days (not that I’d know anything about that), keep an eye out for this collection dropping next March.
And if you happen to see a frazzled mom with two kids wearing matching Elmo sneakers at the grocery store next spring, that’ll probably be me. Feel free to compliment their shoes—they’ll give you a full presentation about every detail, whether you want it or not.
