My Favorite Under $100 Summer Shoes
17 pairs for less than a bill, PLUS! A bonus roundup of trucker jackets inspired by my recent Badlands watch.
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In summer the vibes are supposed to be relaxed, and for me, that means I want my shoes to get the memo, too. Rather than hefty and chunky, when it comes to lacing up some footwear between June and August, the main things on my mind are breezy, sleek, and light—save for the occasional pair of sturdy penny loafers when the occasion calls.
Summer can also be particularly harsh on shoes, whether you’re trekking long distances around town, haphazardly tossing them in a beach tote, or are simply going sockless, which makes it the perfect time to slip into something affordable that you know will likely be thrashed by season’s end. In other words, I wouldn’t blame you if summer isn’t the season that makes you the most inspired to splurge on footwear.
If that sounds like you (or if you’re just the kind of person who always loves a deal), know that below I’ve rounded up 17 pairs of favorite summer-ready shoes that won’t run you more than 100 bucks, from classic canvas kicks to extremely of-the-moment fisherman sandals and beyond. Below that, I decided to drop some special bonus content about some denim jackets I’ve been eyeing up, which was inspired by me watching the movie Badlands over the weekend. Enjoy!
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And now, for today’s post…
My 17 Favorite Under $100 Summer Shoes
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