I Went Shopping for Sneakers on a $150 Budget—29 Pairs Too Good Not to Share
Although I can try to convince everyone I'm a heel gal, deep in my heart, I know it's a lie. True Life: I own way too many pairs of sneakers. After turning over my closet for the summer last weekend, my new total of sneakers post-donation is a whopping 18 pairs. Sorry!
As someone with a slight sneaker obsession, I know it's in my best interest to keep my purchases in the affordable category. While the majority of die-hard sneakerheads will try to convince you that you need an incredibly hyped, ultra-expensive pair of sneakers, here's the hard truth: Some of the best finds are way under $150.
Below, shop 29 of the best affordable sneakers on the internet right now, including cult-classic brands and celeb-approved soles.
Contrast stitching is so in right now.
This chocolate-colored pair would live so well among an array of timeless basics like straight-leg denim and white bodysuits.
Mark my words: Onitsuka Tiger is the sneaker brand to watch this year.
These sleek faux-leather shoes are just elevated enough to wear to the office.
If you're looking for a pair of shoes to make a statement, look no further than this dreamy chocolate pair.
These dusty platforms fit right into the growing pile in my closet.
Classic, sleek white sneakers are what dreams are made of.
Under June Ambrose's cool-girl Puma rebrand, the brand's funky silhouettes have shot straight to the top of my must-have list.
This neutral color feels so elevated with a pair of black slacks and a tube top.
I'm not going to lie. I'm down for any pair of classic platform Converse.
If you're into a technical look, this Adidas pair would look so cute with some parachute pants or cargos.
Nearly all of my friends have this timeless pair, and I'm inclined to follow in their steps.
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Ana Escalante is an award-winning journalist and Gen Z editor whose work ranges from dissecting size inclusivity at fashion week to discussing how American Girl Doll meme accounts are the the answer to society's collective spiral. She's covered it all: Queen Elizabeth II's corgis, Roe v. Wade frontline protests, and the emergence of jorts (or jean shorts for the uninitiated). At Who What Wear, Ana is responsible for delivering smart, insightful, personality-driven shopping guides and trend features for a digital-first generation.Before joining Who What Wear, Ana was Glamour magazine's editorial assistant, where she focused on daily news and special packages, including leading the brand's 2022 Met Gala coverage. For more than half a decade, she has covered style, beauty, and digital culture for publications such as Paper magazine, Harper's Bazaar, Vogue Japan, and Allure, among others. Ana has been called a rising star in media by publications such as Nylon and Teen Vogue. (Her mother, meanwhile, calls her "the coolest person" she knows.)
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