The Under-$150 Sandals We're All Buying This Summer

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As fashion editors, it’s our job to know what is stylish right now and what will be in fashion in the months ahead, so we’re constantly combing retailers across the internet in search for the very best pieces that are worthy of clicking “add to cart”. And when it comes to finding amazing pieces at an excellent price point, Who What Wear’s editors are true experts.

With summer on the horizon, it got me thinking about the cool sandals we’ll be wearing in the months ahead, so I decided to tap our editors for an inside look at which affordable sandals they’ll be ordering soon. And their picks didn’t disappoint. Whether you’re looking for cool strappy sandals, delicate kitten heels, comfortable block heels, or an easy pair of slides, these are the affordable sandal styles you’ll be happy you added to your summer wardrobe. Ahead shop the styles our editors will be wearing all season long.

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“I love these Raye sandals because they’re perfect for wearing casually or dressed up. Plus they have those thin straps that feel really current for spring.”

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“I’m taking these thong sandals on every vacation this summer. I might even buy the red too.”

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“From the square toes to the sculptural wooden heels, these simple sandals are a no-brainer. Plus they’re super comfortable!”

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“Okay, so technically I don’t own them yet, but Everlane just launched super-cute block-heeled sandals, and I swear they’re going to be my next purchase. Everlane has a knack for making styles that are cool without being overly trendy so I can wear them for a few summers to come.”

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“Nicole put these in an affordable shoe story recently and I fell in love. I also want them in the pale yellow color!”

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“These sandals are one-part practical and one-part disco. I truly appreciate that mix.”

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"These are just as versatile and timeless as my basic black sandals, but far less boring."

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“These simple slides are easily the most expensive-looking shoes at Zara right now. They’re already a hit among the fashion crowd, so we suggest you snap them up before they (inevitably) sell out.”

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“I’ve never ordered a pair of used shoes before, but this pair from The Real Real might be the first to hit my closet. Everything from the strappy style to the excellent price point ($145 for Manolos!) hit all the right notes.”

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If you’re getting a head start on your summer travel outfits, you definitely want to add a pair of these affordable summer sandals.

Associate Director, Special Projects

Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury content and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, MyTheresa, and Luisa Via Roma, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on assistant styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.