For those of you who have little girls at home, you will probably know how curious they can be when it comes to wearing what Mum wears.
From makeup to high heels, some girls can be very curious and won’t want to wait until their old enough to experiment.
Well, one company has turned that idea into a business with the creation of Pee Wee Pumps.
The American-based company has designed a range of high heeled shoes specifically for babies up to six months old.
The shoes are essentially soft slippers with an added foam heel, which is intended to collapse under their feet if pressure is applied.
The product has been around for years, with many mums sharing pictures of their little ones in one of the many styles available, however a debate has recently erupted after the product was shared on Facebook.
The kids’ clothing watchdog page, Let Clothes Be Clothes, shared a picture of the product and many parents were quick to share their shock and disgust.
“You have to be kidding me. Sorry but this is sick,” read one comment.
Pee Wee Pumps' website has also received a lot of backlash, as babies model the controversial shoes while dressed in pearls, feathers and sequins.
“Dear God, why is that infant doing a boudoir session?” asked one person.
“That’s disturbing. Even without the heels, the pictures would not be even remotely OK.”
While many parents attacked the practicality of babies wearing high heels, some noted the website, reminding everyone that the heels are fully collapsible.
“Infant crib shoes are made with care and love for your little princess,” reads the website's description.
“The soft, flexible shoe with a collapsible heel will form to your daughter’s foot, whether it’s narrow or wide.
“Its adjustable strap allows the shoe to stay on and provides a comfortable fit!”
This isn’t the first time the company has faced backlash over their controversial product either, says the woman behind it all.
“To me, Pee Wee Pumps are nothing more than the cute headbands, or adorable baby rompers parents put on their babies,” says company owner, Michelle Holbrook.
“They complained last May and it went out of control,” she told Footwear News, adding, “There’s no such thing as bad publicity; if it brings attention, it’ll help you.”
We don’t think this debate will die down anytime soon.
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