Don’t get me wrong: I don’t think there’s anything wrong with buying anything cheap. In fact, I celebrate an amazing, affordable fashion find, but as a general rule of thumb, when it comes to accessories, I make a big effort to invest in high-quality pieces I know I’ll wear forever whenever I can. Consider it a side-effect of throwing away one too many fast-fashion, trendy heels over the course of the last several years.
Nonetheless, there are, as always, a few cases in which I make exceptions. For example, if the shoes are cute and they hit on a trend I’m not ready to invest a ton of money in yet. Or if the shoes are they’re so good and expensive-looking that I’d be a fool to say no. Or lastly, if they’re truly everyday shoes and I foresee wearing them a lot and walking around in them, in which case I’d prefer to buy something on the affordable side, rather than splurging on something I may damage from overuse.
As you can see, my criteria aren’t the easiest to meet, which is why I feel pretty confident in saying that if there are cheap shoes I’d buy, they’re probably worth buying. On that note, shop the under-$100 pairs I’m loving and considering adding to my cart (if I haven’t already) below.
I mean!Available in sizes 5 to 11.
As seen on me in the opening photo.Available in sizes 6 to 11.
Is there any trendier color right now?Available in sizes 5.5 to 11.5.
These wooden heels not only give you a little height, but they add a light touch to these black sandals.Available in sizes 6 to 10.
Name a cuter pair of vacation sandals.Available in sizes 5 to 12.
One of my favorite chunky sneaker options on the market right now.Available in sizes 5 to 10.
Doesn’t get more flattering than a nude pair of “naked” shoes.Available in sizes 5 to 11.
I’m in love with this print.
Available in sizes 6 to 9.5.
Minimalist, strappy sandals are having a moment right now. Available in sizes 4.5 to 11.5
As someone who mostly buys neutrals, I tend to choose metallic shoes because they truly go with everything. Available in sizes 5 to 12.
The kind of sandals you wear every day in the summer.Available in sizes 36 to 41.
If your job requires you to wear sensible pumps, consider this forward-feeling pair.Available in sizes 6 to 9.5.
Pair these with blue jeans and a white T-shirt for a zero-effort outfit.Available in sizes 6 to 10.
I love low-heeled black slides because they’re casual but still give you extra height and go with everything.Available in sizes 5 to 11.
I don’t even really like polka dots, but I can’t help but be obsessed with these.Available in sizes 6 to 11.
From the crystals to the toe-ring, there’s so much to love about these on-trend and affordable heels.Available in sizes 5 to 11.
One of many strappy heels I love right now.Available in sizes 5.5 to 10.
These look like a Net-a-Porter find.Available in sizes 6 to 9.5.
They may not be seasonally appropriate per say, but I’d wear these beauties anyway (or at least hold on to them).Available in sizes 6 to 11.
These have a ’90s element to them that feels really cool.Available in sizes 34 to 41.
These are making me consider trading in my beloved Air Max sneakers. Available in sizes 5 to 11.
Like silver, I’m also very into mauve as a neutral.Available in sizes 6 to 10.
Now, for the opposite end of spectrum, see the designer shoe brand women who can have it all still stick to.
Opening Images: @laurenegg; @trustmebuythis