Braqeez

Braqeez, introduced in 1988 by the family-run business Van Gastel Shoes, has since evolved into a leading producer of children's shoes in the Netherlands. The journey began under the name "Brakkies", and some may even remember it as BQZ. Since its inception, Braqeez has been dedicated to creating unique, cheerful, and trendy children's shoes at an affordable price, a philosophy that remains unchanged today. The good price-quality ratio of Braqeez shoes has ensured their success not only in the Netherlands, but also in Belgium, Germany, and even beyond these borders​.

The high-quality children's shoes made by Braqeez distinguish themselves through the use of the best materials and an excellent fit. To support the delicate feet of children, great attention is paid to the lasts, ensuring optimal walking comfort. Each Braqeez shoe comes with wear-resistant rubber soles, soft leather linings, flashy materials, growth room, and removable insoles, making Braqeez children's shoes both trendy and responsible​​.

Each season, Braqeez offers a refreshed assortment of shoes, from sneakers to sandals, all embodying the same trusted quality. Braqeez designers travel the world for inspiration and to spot the latest trends. Trends in children's fashion, as well as men's and women's fashion, are translated into stylish children's shoes with a nod to what's happening in adult fashion. These shoes are youthful, current, and contemporary, which is exactly what today's fashion-savvy kids want​.

At Braqeez, the price-quality ratio is of utmost importance. Despite the numerous attention points and countless hours of work put into developing each pair of shoes, Braqeez has succeeded for over thirty years in maintaining an affordable price​​.

Braqeez shoes come with a removable footbed, making it easy to check if the shoe still fits. They advise about 1 cm of growth room, and if a child's toes touch the edge of the footbed, it's time for a new pair of shoes. This removable footbed is ideal for an easy way to check if a child needs a different shoe size1​.

Braqeez has a quality team in place that ensures optimal quality and fit of the shoes. Before production, the quality team works with 'fit children' who wear the children's shoes or sneakers so that they can critically examine the fit. If something isn't right, it's adjusted before the production process begins​​.

Braqeez believes that high-quality children's shoes don't have to be dull or boring. They make sure that kids feel confident and comfortable with their new shoes, sneakers, or sandals. Each season, they offer various styles, such as white sneakers, sporty children's shoes, trendy/hip children's shoes, pastel colors, fantasy materials, children's shoes with animal prints, and above all, cool designs. With a pair of Braqeez shoes, kids are sure to rock the playground​​.