35 Inexpensive Shoes You'll Want On Your Feet Right This Second
Sneakers, sandals, flats, and heels your toesies will want to don right this second.
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1. Open toe sandals available in a bunch of different colors and combos. Will you wear 'em all spring and summer? Yup.
Promising review: "These shoes are amazing! They are sooo comfortable: I work at a daycare and wear them for six hours straight without any pain. I love these shoes. They're the best money I've ever spent!" —Diamond Scott
Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes 5-11 and in 17 colors).
2. Lace-up sneakers to make you feel like you're famous — and on a stage — 24/7. They do have a platform, after all.
3. Kitten heels prrr-fect for any occasion. Dinner parties? Check. Happy hours? Check. Work? Check. Just a ton of checks all around!
Promising review: "These shoes are really cute and the quality is on par with more expensive brands. The heel height is perfect for dressing up or wearing casually." —movielover
Get them from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in sizes 5.5-11 and 18 colors).
4. Stretch fabric flip flops with over 👏 6,500 👏 reviews. To say these bad boys are a cult favorite is an understatement...
Promising review: "Okay folks, I don't often leave product reviews, but the moment these amazing sandals/flip-flops were placed upon my feet, I swear I could hear my little tootsies SING! I have plantar fasciitis, and so I need supportive, cushy footwear. These sandals are perfect and are a DREAM to walk in!" —Scano The Mano
Get them from Amazon for $17.10+ (available in sizes 5-12 and 22 colors).
5. Espadrille wedges that pair perfectly with your favorite spring dress. It's that beautiful (and allergy-ridden) time of year again, folks!
Get it from Asos for $40 (available in sizes 5W-12W).
6. Lace-sneakers to put a spring in your step. Literally. These botanical-inspired sneakers are the epitome of this season.
Get them from H&M for $12.99 (available in sizes 4.5-10 and in five colors).
7. Ankle strap sandals with just a teeny tiny hint of heel. Tall enough to give you some added height, short enough to still be comfy.
8. Flip-flops made from cushioned, lightweight yoga mats. They're so comfy, ommmm pretty sure I'll wear these 24/7.
Promising review: "These shoes are dynamite! I purchased them in pink — the color is very pretty, the bands are super smooth, and the soles are cushiony and provide great support. I feel like I'm walking on clouds!" —Kathleen
Get them from Amazon for $14.99 (available in sizes 7-11 and in two colors).
9. Gold-tone sandals so cute, I guess you could say they're a-bow-able. These are like giving yourself a gift — wrapped in a bow and all.
Get it from Asos for $26 (available in sizes 5-10).
10. Embroidered cactus espadrilles that may look adorable, but they're also really uncomfortable. They're just so prickly.
Get it from Asos for $29 (available in sizes 4-12).
11. Block heel sandals to add a pop of color to your outfit. You know, the one that's probably all black with hints of black and just a touch of black. #shocking
Get them from American Eagle for $23.97 (originally $39.95, available in sizes 5-11).
12. Heeled sandals known for being very ~go with the flow~. You can wear them with literally anything and they won't mind.
Promising review: "I love these shoes! I usually hate flat sandals, so when I was looking for a pair of sandals to take on a trip to Europe, I wanted them to have a slight heel. On my first day wearing them, I walked nearly five miles with no discomfort. I also walked through Rome and London while wearing these all day, and could not be happier with their comfortability! I need them in more colors!" —Gabby Marsden
Get them from Amazon for $22.92+ (available in sizes 5-10 and in four colors).
13. Crochet slingback sandals that will become your go-to wardrobe staple — and not the office supply kind.
Get them from Urban Outfitters for $34 (originally $44, available in sizes 6-10 and in three colors).
14. Thong-strapped sandals loved by Sisqó, for obvious reasons.
Promising review: "I bought these sandals in black and they're great! You really can't go wrong with this style, and Steve Madden got it right. These sandals go with everything and are quite comfy!" —starryhye
Get them from Nordstrom for $39.90 (originally $59.95, available in sizes 5-11 and in five colors).
15. Studded heels not made for walking. They are, however, made for struttin' like you mean it. The Cheetah Girls style.
Get them from Nasty Gal for $30 (originally $50, available in sizes 5-10).
16. Block heel sandals perfect for warm spring + summer nights. Just picture it: an outdoor dinner, wearing a sundress, wine in one hand, the other in a bread basket...
Get them from Payless for $24.99 (available in sizes 5-13 and in wide sizes and two colors).
17. T-strap vegan flats available in a gorgeous mint color (among several others). These cuties are ~mint~ for you, don't ya think?
Promising review: "I was looking for shoes for my bridesmaids and stumbled upon these, and I LOVE them! They're super cute, they go with everything, and I think I need a pair in every color! I shared these with my six bridesmaids, and they are all thrilled with the price and the comfort!" —Jackie Lee
Get them from ModCloth for $35 (available in sizes 6-11 and in six colors).
18. Slip-on shoes with a huge ego. All the "OMG, I love your shoes!" compliments have really gotten to them.
Get them from H&M for $34.99 (available in sizes 4.5-10 and in three colors).
19. Block heel sandals characterized by being very ~go with the flow~. You can wear them with literally anything and they won't mind.
Get it from American Eagle for $37.46 (originally $49.95, available in sizes 5-11).
20. Classic ballerina flats that inspire their wearers to randomly burst out into "Swan Lake" choreography.
Promising review: "The more that you wear these shoes, the more comfy they become! I can walk around in them all day, and I get a ton of compliments on them. I usually feel frumpy wearing flats, but that's certainly not the case with these — I just ordered the beige color, and I might get the leopard print. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THESE SHOES!" —Amazon Customer
Get them from Amazon for $10.66+ (available in sizes 5.5-11 and 25 colors).
Read our full review here.
21. Criss cross sandals known to randomly scream out, "FREEZE! EVERYBODY CLAP YOUR HANDS!"
22. Iridescent heels that any self-respecting, fashion-forward mermaid would want to wear. If they had legs, that is.
Get them from Nasty Gal for $30 (originally $50, available in sizes 5-11).
23. Flip flops complete with a cushioned footbed to keep your piggies comfy allll throughout the warm weather months.
Get them from Nordstrom for $29.90 (originally $49.95, available in sizes 5-10 and in five colors).
24. Metallic mules that are better than a golden ticket. Dear Willy Wonka, can you give these away instead?
Get it from Asos for $35 (available in sizes 4-11).
25. Flower slide sandals you'll want to ~slide~ right onto your feet, as if they were an Instagram DM or something.
Get them form Lane Bryant for $27.96 (originally $39.95, available in sizes 7W-12W and in two colors).
26. Block heels for anyone who needs extra motivation to go out. Clubs suck, but these shoes don't! And you need to wear 'em somewhere!
Get them from Boohoo for $24 (originally $40, available in sizes 5-10).
27. Slip-on woven sandals everyone will be asking to borrow. Will you let them? HECK TO THE NO.
Promising review: "I always get so many compliments on these shoes! They're a great alternative to boots or sandals. It does take some time for them to be broken in, but it's definitely worth it. They are so comfy now!" —lmsc14
Get them from Urban Outfitters for $39 (available in sizes 6-10 and in two colors).
28. Super lightweight sneakers you won't even mind running errands in. These will turn grocery shopping into an (almost) fun experience.
29. Cutout peep toe booties that are — wait for it — actually comfortable. Let's get a warm round of applause for these shoes, folks!
Promising review: "I bought these to wear to a wedding, and got lots of compliments on them. Plus, they are super comfortable — I was able to chase after my two-year-old just fine while wearing them!" —Luckiecharms
Get them from Amazon for $20.36+ (available in sizes 5-10 and in five colors).
30. High-top sneakers obsessed with karaoke. Their favorite song? 🎶 SHE'S SO HIGGGGGGGH, HIGH ABOVE ME... 🎶
Get it from American Eagle for $20.97 (originally $34.95, available in sizes 5-11 and in two colors).
31. Snake-inspired flats you'll be able to wear with any outfit. With the exception of sweatpants and pajamas! Maybe.
Get them from Asos for $38 (available in sizes 5W-10W).
32. Rain boots because rain won't go away and come back another day just because you asked it to — but at least these will keep your feet dry!
Promising review: "I wish I could give these boots more than five stars. These things are AMAZING — they fit like a glove and are just so cute. I feel very stylish while wearing them and most importantly, they keep my feet 100% dry. I seriously can't rave about these enough." —Erin Johnston
Get them from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in sizes 5-13 and in eight colors).
33. Floral heels that require sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide. They're high-mainentance, but so worth it.
Get it from Boohoo for $23 (originally $38, available in sizes 6-10).
34. A pair of tried-and-true Birkenstock sandals because your feet deserve nothing but the best. Both comfort and support.
Get them from Free People for $30 (available in sizes 36-41 and in three colors).
35. Floral embroidered espadrilles ... AKA wearable pieces of art that may be sold to the Met. The negotiations are happening.
Get it from Boohoo for $20 (originally $34, available in sizes 5-10).
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The reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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