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The best summer slides and sandals under $50 that look designer (but aren't).

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Summer is nearly upon us, which means it's time to free our feet and step into sandal season.

This season is all about embracing texture and nostalgia – think fisherman sandals that give major coastal vibes, weaving and basically anything braided.

In case you missed it, jelly sandals are back in their main character era. There are some gorgeous options available from Senso at The Iconic for $149, which we've included for you below.

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But also, Target has brought out its own version for $20, so, naturally, we've lined them up first for you. How could we not?

The 'it sandal' of the Northern Hemisphere summer this year was the Dune Classic Rubber Flip Flop from Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's high-end brand The Row. If you could get your hands on a pair, they were selling for a cool $1,255.

Seems reasonable for something that looks like you might wear in a communal shower. But if that floats your boat, we found a very close copy on AliExpress for $75.62 below, as well as an elevated version from Betts for $79.95.

Alias Mae sandals are proving to be a very popular premium Australian brand that fly off the shelves for around $280. We've included these as well as a (very) similar pair below from City Beach for $59.99, you're welcome.

From bougie to budget and broken down into price categories, starting from under $50, we've rounded up every style you could think of to slip your feet into.

There's something here for every style, summer vibe and budget.

Best sandals for women under $50.

Target Womens Jelly Mesh Flat - Gia, $20. (the Senso dupes).

jelly flats from targetImage: Target

H&M Espadrille Thongs, $34.99.

Wildfire Zurich, $30.

wildfire sandalImage: The Iconic

Kmart Double Buckle Sandals, $15.

double adjustable strap with buckle closure slideImage: Kmart.

&me Women's Chunky Sandals, $25.

black sandal from Big W Image: Big W

Target Womens Metal Trim Thong - Eve, $35.

brown sandals from TargetImage: Target

H&M Sandals, $44.99.

h&m sandal Image: H&M

Wildfire Galina, $30.

wildfire thongImage: The Iconic

H&M Espadrille Sandals, $34.99.

H&M espadrilImage: H&M

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Kmart Comfort Slides, $8.

kmart slides Image: Kmart

Target Womens Flat Sandal - Harmony, $20.

Vybe Remy, $24.99.

vybe remy sandalImage: The Iconic

Target Womens Flat Sandal - Harmony, $20.

Target flat harmony sandals Image: Target

Wildfire Anara, $45.

black sandals Image: Spendless Shoes

Best sandals for women under $100.

Betts RIO Jelly Flat Thong Sandals, $79.95. (The elevated Row Dupes)

dupe thongs from Betts Image: Betts

Ali Express New FlipFlops Summer Beach Slippers, $75.62. (The Row Dupes)

dupe row thongs from Ali Express Image: Ali Express

Ava and Ever Donna Flatform Shoes, $59.99. (The Alias Mae Dupes)

sandals from City Beach Image: City Beach Australia

Zara Metallic Strappy Cage Sandals, $79.95.

gold strappy sandals from Zara Image: Zara

H&M Straw Fisherman Sandals, $59.99.

black and whote fisherman straw sandalsImage: H&M

Decjuba Amelia Buckle Sandal, $60.

flat sandal with adjustable strap and stud detailingImage: Decjuba.

Dazie Belle Sandals, $80.

crossover straps sandals in blackImage: The Iconic

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Archies Arch Support Slides, $60.

arch support slides in taupeImage: Archies.

Novo Tarquin Sandals, $80.

Novo tarquin sandalImage: The Iconic

Dazie Phoenix Chunky Thongs, $69.99.

dazie thongs Image: The Iconic

Billini Amylee, $99.95.

flat footbed with chunky exposed sole slideImage: Billini.

Decjuba D-Luxe Monogram Sandal, $70.

d-luxe monogram print sandalImage: Decjuba.

Simply Be Chunky Buckle Fisherman Sandals, $88.

cross strap sandals in blackImage: Next.

Billini Gordy, $79.95.

white and black padded slideImage: Billini.

Decjuba Erica Slide, $60.

squared toe slide in oliveImage: Decjuba

Best sandals for women under $200.

Wittner Bared Deon Boho Green Suede Leather Sandal, $189.

Image: Wittner.

Senso Jupiter, $149.

senso jelly sandals Image: The Iconic

Witchery Cora Weave Flats, $119.95.

coral weave flats from witchery Image: Witchery

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Senso Jacey, $149.

aubergine glossy rubber ballet flat slidesImage: The Iconic.

Country Road Hailey Sandal, $159.

asymmetrical toe-post design sandalImage: Country Road.

Country Road Leather Keeper Sandal, $149.

chunky sandal with branded hardware in brownImage: Country Road.

Country Road Tessa Sandal, $159.

wide leather foot straps sandal in blackImage: The Iconic.

Sandler Balmoral, $110.

red slides with velcro strap along the instepImage: The Iconic.

Lusso Cloud Scenario Slides, $130.

smooth synthetic upper slides in tanImage: The Iconic.

Country Road Tessa Sandal, $159.

white sandal with smooth buckle detailingImage: Country Road.

Saltwater Sandals Womens Original Sandals, $105.

rounded open toe sandals in tan brown shadeImage: The Iconic.

Country Road Steph Sandal, $159.

tube strapping upper sandal in brownImage: Country Road.

Country Road Claire Sandal, $179.

 leather sandal with twisted strapsImage: Country Road.

Best sandals for women under $350.

Bared Footwear Syma, $269.

Image: Bared Footwear.

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Birkenstock Arizona Soft Footbed Regular, $260.

birkenstock sandals Image: The Iconic

Radical Yes Totem Ruched Leather Sandal, $269.

ruched caged leather sandal in orangeImage: Radical Yes.

Dr Martens Myles Sandal, $260.

double straps coated leather sandalImage: MYER.

A.Emery The Jalen Slim Sandal, $230.

 toe hold and two criss-cross straps sandal in redImage: A.Emery.

Alohas Lorelei Suede Sandals, $325.

Aloha beige sandals Image: The Nowhere Nation

A.Emery The Jalen Slim Sandal, $230.

 toe hold and two criss-cross straps sandal in blackImage: A.Emery.

Shelly Shen Zeke Sandals, $239.95.

blue sandals from Shelly ShenImage: The Iconic

Alias Mae Velora Sandals, $269.95.

Alias mae sandals Image: The Iconic

Rollie Sandal Fisherman Weave, $239.95.

Rollie fisherman sandals Image: The Iconic

LMS The Cherry, $229.

premium leather with statement gold studs slip-on wooden clogImage: LMS.

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