This statement is hardly groundbreaking, but I love buying
shoes.(I challenge you to find a fashion editor who doesn’t.)
What I don’t love is spending tons of money on shoes, and I’m
guessing that you don’t either. That said, when I’m shopping for
affordable
shoes, in particular, I’ve learned over time (and lots of shoe
shopping) that there’s one detail that I tend to avoid, as it can
look quite cheap unless done well and with high-quality (i.e.,
expensive) materials: hardware. Whether in the form of studs,
chains, oversize buckles, or embellishments, hardware on shoes
is tricky to get right. If you love it, it’s better to invest in a
pair that’s on the pricier side.

What do I look for when shopping for affordable shoes that look
expensive? For the most part, it’s hardware-free neutral colors,
preferably genuine materials like leather, suede, or calf hair, and
unique details like a sculptural heel shape or square too (which
are often found on more expensive styles). Or you could just scroll
to shop some of my favorite (hardware-free) shoes on the market
that only look expensive.

No
wonder our readers have been snapping these up—they look amazing
with jeans.

The
squared vamp and flared heel make these look designer.

Tiger
and zebra are the new leopard print.

I
challenge you to find a more perfect pair of slouchy knee
boots.

Fall
2019 is all about the square toes and snakeskin.

Take
it from me—Staud shoes are worth every penny.

These
new Reformation sandals literally go with everything.

Good
luck finding a more expensive-looking pair of knee boots at this
price point.

These
hardly look like faux leather (but they are).

The
freshest loafers to wear this season have a chunky sole.

The
easiest way to wear the cow-print trend is these perfect
black-and-white mules.

FYI:
Clogs are back.

Meet
the boots you’ll wear constantly for the next six months.

No
hardware needed to make a statement.

It
doesn’t get more timeless.

Platforms
are all over the S/S 20 runways.

Possibly
the perfect late-summer/early-fall going out shoes.

These
set the bar high for flats.

The
name alone is enough to make me want to buy these.

I
have a feeling everyone will swap their Dr. Martens combat boots
for this Chelsea pair.

Proof
that Mary Janes can look very grown-up.

White
boots have become a classic, and this pair is pretty great.

Not
ready to give up sandals just yet? Problem solved.

Next up, the
detail that makes your jewelry look cheaper.

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