Ahhh, April showers. And who knows rainy weather better than the Pacific Northwest? The Washington Shoe Company was founded in 1891, making it one of the Seattle area’s oldest companies. They began their business by selling rugged work boots to the thousands of men trying to make their fortunes in the harsh conditions of the Alaska Gold Rush. 100+ years later they’re still designing and manufacturing boots and shoes for adults with the addition of a children’s line called Western Chief Kids with shoes, accessories and some really fantastic rain boots.

Junior’s going to stomp in those rain puddles whether you want him to or not. Save yourself the trouble of yelling out the kitchen window every five minutes and let him pick out a pair of 100% waterproof natural rubber boots. They feature deluxe non slip soles, pull handles for easy on and off and for most styles there are coordinating raincoats, hats and umbrellas. Best part? Each pair is less than $25.

Ok, the following are not meant to be waterproof but I couldn’t help including Western Chief’s suede character shoes. I so need an adult size pair of those monster mocs!

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