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Sandals Under $50

Summer Sandals

By , About.com Guide

For petites, a sleek look in footwear works well because it helps us look taller. Avoiding the weighty appearance of features, such as ankle wraps, fringe, and chunky heels, gives short women a fashion foot up. The sleeker, the better, when it comes to summer sandals for petites. A sleek sandal has a cooler feel too--very appropriate for hot summer days. We've all seen trendy designer sandals selling for hundreds of dollars, but you don't have to go into debt to own these stylish sandals because they all cost under $50.

Stiletto Sandals

stiletto sandalImage Courtesy of Piperlime

This stiletto sandal is for those petites who don't mind a higher heel.  At 4 1/4" the narrow heel on these white summer sandals gives a sleek look to the foot and makes the leg line look longer.  This is about as high a heel as I would recommend to a petite woman because going much higher than four inches can make for a look that's not in good proportion for a short woman. Under $50 from Piperlime.

Leather Flip-Flop

Leather Flip-FlopImage Courtesy of Onlineshoes

It doesn't always have to be about high heels. Petite women can wear flats too, and they're especially appropriate in a casual summer sandal. This leather thong sandal featuring floral detailing and a decorative button is available in blue, which would be nice with jeans, as well as five other colors. Under $50 from Onlineshoes.

Metallic Slingback Sandal

gold slingbackImage Courtesy of Piperlime

With 2 1/2" high heels in a trendy metallic, this strappy gold metallic sandal is just right for a special occasion. It's also available in silver. Under $50 from Piperlime.

Floral T-Strap Sandals

floral t-strap sandalImage Courtesy of Gap

Cute floral t-strap sandals come in three different floral designs and one pin-striped design. This flirty summer sandal pairs well with casual summer attire. Under $50 from Gap.

Wedge Sandal

orange wedgeImage Courtesy of Piperlime

Cheerful orange sparks a summer day's fashion in these wedge thong sandals featuring a metal o-ring and 1 1/4" wedge heels, which will give a little lift for short women. These wedge sandals are also available in five different neutral colors.  Under $50 from Piperlime.

Turquoise Slides

turquoise slideImage Courtesy of Macy's

Turquoise slides feature a faux snakeskin design and a 3/4" heel.  For summer days when you don't feel like wearing a high heeled sandal, these sandals by Tommy Hilfiger may fit the bill, and they're available as small as size 5 for women who have petite feet.  Under $50 from Macy's.

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