The first step in cutting your footwear budget is to only buy the shoes you actually need, or those that you’ll get a good amount of use from. By focusing on what really works for you, your wardrobe and your lifestyle, you won’t feel guilty the next time you spend a little more on a pair of shoes you really love.Buy Shoes on a Shoestring 

Buy Shoes Off-Season

The oldest trick in the book is to buy shoes at the end of a season, or even well into the next. Those shimmery sandals that are full price in May or June will be marked down substantially in just a few short months. The longer you wait, the cheaper they’ll be, although you have to be careful not to miss out on the style or size that you want.