Ricosta Amanda | Black Patent | Middle Width

Searching for a durable and smart patent school shoe that combines a classic tailored look with easy, everyday practicality?

The Ricosta Amanda girls' patent school shoes are the ideal choice for parents seeking high-quality footwear that keeps up with everyday school wear. Featuring a convenient single rip-tape fastening and a standard medium width fit, these shoes offer effortless independence and all-day comfort for growing feet.

Crafted from premium glossy patent leather uppers with soft synthetic linings, the Amanda combines long-lasting resilience with a polished look. The standout design highlight is the delicate brogue perforation detailing, which adds a touch of classic elegance - making these shoes perfect for both everyday classroom wear and formal occasions.

A sturdy, lightweight PU outsole ensures excellent grip, flexibility, and dependable impact absorption on hard surfaces. Equipped with removable and washable textile insoles, the Ricosta Amanda makes cleaning simple and allows for the use of custom prescription orthotics if required.

Prefer a matte leather finish? View the Ricosta Amanda Medium Width Smooth Leather Version here.

Key Features of the Ricosta Amanda Patent

• Glossy Patent Uppers: High-shine, high-grade patent leather offers a smart look that is easy to wipe clean after muddy playground sessions.
• Elegant Brogue Details: Traditional decorative wingtip punch-hole detailing provides a sophisticated, grown-up look suitable for smart uniform dress codes.
• Easy Rip-Tape Closure: A robust, adjustable hook-and-loop strap allows for quick on-and-off accessibility and a custom secure fit over the instep.
• Orthotic-Friendly Architecture: Removable textile insoles allow for the easy fit of custom orthotics.
• Lightweight PU Outsole: A very flexible polyurethane sole softens each step when the heel hits the ground, and the durable tread gives excellent grip during active wear.

Why Our In-Store Shoe Fitters Recommend the Ricosta Amanda

As a leading independent children's footwear specialist across our local communities, our experienced fitting teams in Bourne and Stamford highly rate the Ricosta Amanda for primary pupils who want a mature brogue silhouette without the fuss of tricky traditional laces.

• The Best of Both Worlds: It offers the elevated, traditional style of a classic lace-up brogue shoe, but utilises a fast rip-tape closure perfect for busy mornings and PE changes.
• Easy Maintenance: The high-quality patent leather coating shrugs off scuffs, making it a favourite for parents who want a shoe that keeps its glossy finish all term long.
• Long-Term Durability: Injection-moulded PU outsoles form an incredibly strong bond with the leather upper, preventing sole separation over months of heavy wear.