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13 Slide Sandals For Summer That Are Under $100 Are Far More Practical Than Heels

We are approaching the second summer of the Birkenstock, and while I’m glad the sandal is still on trend — because I appreciate the comfort — I can’t bring myself to splurge on its $125 price tag. Fortunately, the Birkenstock’s cozy cousin, the slide sandal, is a cheap and on-trend alternative.

Unlike Birkenstocks, the slide comes in all different colors and textures. It is also just as easy to slip on and off, and looks just as cool when paired with jeans or dresses. Not to mention that it's the perfect alternative to flip-flops.

Whether you want sleek and simple or patterned and metallic, add some personality to your summer wardrobe with a '90s style slide. So go ahead! Take a peek and see some of the best summer slides under $100.

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by Katharine McEntee

Updated Birk

These classic black slides take are a fancier version of your everyday Birkenstocks.

Isabel Slide, $48, needsupplyco.com

Girly

The perfect slide to go with your slurry of feminine dresses.

XOXO Salvador Slide Sandals, $39, macys.com

Modern

Liven up a little black dress with these shimmering slides.

Calvin Klein “Zizi” Slide, $89, nordstrom.com

Everyday

Add some color to your look with these sleek sandals.

The Sightseer Slide Sandal, $60, madewell.com

White

Embrace the head-to-toe white trend with these super chic slides.

BDG Cori Slide Sandal, $29, urbanoutfitters.com

Suede

These moss green slides are an easy and cheap way to add suede into your wardrobe.

Faux Suede Crisscross Slides, $18, forever21.com

Retro

These black and white slides look vintage inspired.

Splendid Tullaride Sandals, $88, shopbop.com

Fashion Forward

In both pink and black, these slides are the perfect compliment to any outfit.

Dune Jolene Puss Slide Sandal, $60, urbanoutfitters.com

Classic

You can’t go wrong with a strappy black sandal.

Vachetta Leather Crisscross Slides, $98, jcrew.com

Tropical

Give your outfit some personality with a tropical print sandal.

YES Ruby Pineapple Slide Sandal, $80, urbanoutfitters.com

Flashy

Add some shine to your everyday attire with these bronze slides.

Steve Madden “D-Band” Leather Sandal, $60, nordstrom.com

Espadrille

Elevate your outfit with this untraditional espadrille.

Von Dutch “Crossover” Slide, $69, nordstrom.com

Nautical

Add a nautical spin to your outfit with these striped sandals.

Kate Spade “Imperiale” Slide, $98, nordstrom.com

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