My Friend Asked Me for New Spring Sandals—I Sent These 30 Chic Under-$300 Picks


"Girl, I need your help…" was the text message I opened from a close friend the other day asking for advice. No, she didn't need counsel for career woes or dating mishaps. It was something more challenging: where to find cheap spring sandals. Frankly, I don't blame her for reaching out for advice because I've been stressed before, too, trying to find chic footwear that won't cost me a fortune. It's not easy, especially when there are so many things to consider during the shopping process, such as recent trends, quality, brand recognition, versatility, comfort, and price tag.
It's no wonder that so many of us either give up, go over budget in proper Carrie Bradshaw form, or hit up the group chat. The latter is often the best option if you've got access to a really stylish friend (ahem, like me). Being able to turn to close friends for recommendations of chic sandals is the best way to circumvent all of the noise on the internet. But if you don't have someone you'd feel comfortable texting for shopping advice, don't fret. Ahead, I've shared a curation of the cheap spring sandals that I shared with a close friend recently so that you can join in on the group chat. Trust me—no one will believe that any of these affordable sandals were under $300.
With snakeskin trending for spring, these strappy sandals make for a sound purchase.
The contrasting green straps on these sandals whisper "money."
Simple strappy sandals will always look expensive no matter their actual price tag.
Is it just me, or did these sandals make you want to start singing Cardi B's song "Money"?
Pro tip: Opt for minimal slides to mimic the appearance of other pricer designer options.
The styling possibilities of these slides are endless. They'll go with jeans, skirts, dresses, and so on.
Reviewers can't get enough of these crossover slides, so you know you won't regret buying them too.
A pop of color is never a bad idea, especially if it comes in the form of cool cobalt-blue sandals.
The chocolate-brown leather? The slinky straps? The hardware? The price? Ten out of 10 all around.
Calling all Bottega Veneta fans! These sandals are sure to become your new favorite affordable pair.
The two-tone braided thong straps on this pair of Staud sandals have healed something inside me.
The subtle logo hardware adds a sophisticated touch to these thong sandals.
Imagine wearing these red sandals with an all-white outfit this summer—hot, right?
Never underestimate the importance of a minimal pair of thong sandals—they'll be the workhorse of your spring wardrobe.
Insider secret: Some of the most comfortable sandals I've ever owned are from Margaux.
The chain strap on these sandals is very Khaite coded.
You can wear these embellished mules to the office, the bar, or anywhere else this spring.
Jasmine Fox-Suliaman is a freelance writer and editor living in New York City. What began as a pastime (blogging on Tumblr) transformed into a lifelong passion for unveiling the connection between fashion and culture on the internet and in real life. Over the last decade, she's melded her extensive edit and social background to various on-staff positions at Who What Wear, MyDomaine, and Byrdie. More recently, she’s become a freelance contributor to other publications including Vogue, Editorialist, and The Cut. Off the clock, you can find her clutching her cell phone as she's constantly scrolling through TikTok and The RealReal, in search of the next cool thing.
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