Given how much contact my shoes make with the streets of New York, I have a rule that I very rarely—perhaps only in the name of Prada—break: I never spend more than $150 on footwear. The only problem is that my tastes, especially when it comes to shoes, don’t exactly align with my self-appointed budget. At least, they don’t when I shop from anywhere other than Nordstrom.
Despite what you might think about the department store, it houses just as many $1,000 items as it does $150 ones. In fact, in the under-$100 bracket alone, Nordstrom carries more than 7,000 shoe options, many of which look far more expensive than they are. And that’s without the rest of my allotted shoe fund. So, really, my $150 budget isn’t actually a problem at all. Or rather, it isn’t when I have the 38 Nordstrom pairs below at my disposal.
Keep scrolling to shop the very best shoes from Nordstrom that cost less than $150 (but look more like $500).
The ’90s vibes are strong.
I’m all-in when it comes to the wedge trend.
This heel is nothing to be scared of.
The perfect practical sandal that still looks chic.
PVC sandals are *it* right now.
My baby blue.
These look just like Zoë Kravitz’s favorite Mary-Janes from The Row.
Hailey Bieber loves lace-up heels and always has.
These are summer in sandal form.
Okay, love.
Baby pink is about to take over the fashion world.
Slide on and go.
It’s true: Gladiator sandals are making a comeback.
A bold shoe goes a long way.
These heels come with a lifetime compliment guarantee.
Comfort and style, all in one place.
If you’re a flip-flop fan, then you know how essential these are.
These are giving The Row vibes (for a fraction of the price).
I can already tell that these are buttery soft just from looking at them.
High shine.
For an added lift.
Test out this season’s hyper-pigmented shoe trend without the financial burden.
These are beyond comfortable.
Your next night out awaits.
I’m in love with this color.
The only thing better than neutral wedges are highlighter-colored wedges—and that’s a fact.
If I didn’t know better, I’d think these were designer.
Walking in heels has never been so comfortable.
How good is this chocolate-y shade of brown?
Ballet flats are having a serious moment in 2022.
The perfect sandal for all your upcoming formal occasions.
These are immediate outfit energizers.
I keep a pair of these right next to my front door.
