For DD1 sketchers and reebok seemed to be the only ones that fit well since she has really narrow feet. For DD2 stride rite and sketchers. Both started with sneakers and once they mastered walking we moved onto sandels and the "cute" shoes.
We have Robeez, Pedipeds, and Stride Rite and are happy w/ all 3. The Stride Rites are sneakers and he still has a little trouble walking as comfortably in those b/c they have the thicker rubber sole, but they're otherwise fine.
Re: Recommend Shoes
For DD1 sketchers and reebok seemed to be the only ones that fit well since she has really narrow feet. For DD2 stride rite and sketchers. Both started with sneakers and once they mastered walking we moved onto sandels and the "cute" shoes.
... every single day of forever.