You know what they say, ladies—keep your head, standards and heels high! Whether that means investing in a pair of Christian Louboutins or splurging for those Manolo Blahniks, reaching for luxury shoes can get pretty pricey. (After all, there's a good reason celebs flaunt these brands—they're beyond expensive!) But as with all things, a little digging around may prove to be worth it. Luxury women's shoe brands might be on the pricey side, but if you know where to look, you can satisfy your luxury shoe fetish with a style that's a bit more affordable.
Keep reading for some of the most affordable luxury women shoes—from labels like Jimmy Choo and Tom Ford to Christian Louboutin and Manolo Blahnik. As always, the prices listed may fluctuate over time as products go on sale.
The Most Affordable Luxury Women's Shoes
Michael by Michael Kors Royce Slides
The Michael by Michael Kors line—available at Macy's—is about as affordable as a designer shoe can get. For less than $50, the imported Royce Slides are totally on trend, with a low-key jute heel, a leather-and-denim-fabric upper and of course, the slip-on style we've been seeing all summer. To further their luxury feel, the logo hardware on the strap gleams MK in gold.
Iinesi Satin Bow Detail Courts by Ted Baker
For those special occasions—work events, formal parties and of course, date nights—you can't do much better than the Iinesi Satin Bow Detail Courts by Ted Baker. These stilettos have a lightweight satin fabric and delicate bow detailing on its exaggerated pointed toe. They're available in both pink and black.
Gucci Women's Rubber Sandals
Feeling funky? The Gucci Women's Rubber Slide Sandals are in the rage right now, and thankfully, you can snag them in a variety of colors—pink, red, black and white. For under $400, these open-toe slip-ons are embossed with the iconic Gucci logo, which has been around since 1921. The sandals have scored a 4.2-star rating out of five on SaksFifthAvenue.com. One reviewer wrote, "These are extremely comfortable and retro chic! I like how they make my outfit pop, and I will try to wear these all summer long."
Buy at Saks Fifth Avenue for $360.
Jimmy Choo Suede Pumps
Jimmy Choos normally run you around $1,000 per pair, but the Jimmy Choo Suede Pumps in black are currently on sale on the Outnet. Made in Italy of 100 percent leather, these pointed-toe suede pumps have all the makings of a classic black shoe.
Valentino Garavani Rockstud Jelly Sandal
Valentino Garavani's classic jelly sandals are a fan-favorite choice, but the Rockstud jellies give a pyramid-studded upgrade to their synthetic straps. Made in Italy by an iconic brand that's been around for more than 50 years, these make for the perfect summer sandal thanks to their versatility.
Tom Ford Printed Lizard Padlock Pointy Pump 105 mm
Most Tom Ford kicks cost upward of $1,000, but the Printed Lizard Padlock Pointy Pump 105 mm shoes keep your budget under lock and key. Literally. With every luxe element you could want in an expensive shoe—pointy toes, signature padlock metal hardware and of course, the 105 mm iconic metal spike heel—you get all the look of luxury at about half the price.
Manolo Blahnik BB Pointed Toe Pump
The Manolo Blahnik BB Pointed Toe Pump first came to be in 2008, and since then, it's become one of the brand's most beloved styles. These pumps have a suede leather upper, lining and sole, a low-cut topline and a 95 mm heel. They tend to run small, so order a half size up if you plan on adding these Italian designer shoes to your collection.
Christian Louboutin So Kate Pointed Toe Pump
For just about every woman, a pair of Christian Louboutins are the be-all and end-all in the luxury shoe category. But as you can imagine, the baseline price for these babies is usually upward of $1,000. The So Kate Pointed Toe Pump features the Louboutin's most dramatic silhouette—thanks to a 120 mm stiletto heel that's certainly not for the faint of heart—but it also features one of the brand's lowest prices, coming in at only $795.
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