Amazon has a ton of under-$50 women's sneakers that are perfect for spring

CNN

18-04-2025

Amazon is one of our favorite places to shop for women's footwear any day of the week, but currently, the platform's budget-friendly options on offer for under $50 are putting a serious spring in our step.
From traditional crisp white sneakers to those dripping with color and seriously on-trend, Amazon's got something for every budget and personal style. Here are the best options worth adding to your spring rotation right now.
Blowfish Malibu Sadie Sun Sneakers
The combination of a subtle platform with dainty wildflower details in these sneakers is the perfect way to elevate your spring look. Spring for a pair to transform a matching set, sundress or typical work attire as a comfortable alternative to heels. Should you be looking to add a more playful element to your look, they come in several other fun colorways from coral to pink.
Levi's Olivia CVS Canvas Hightop Sneakers
If you can't yet shake the comforting feeling of a boot enveloping your ankles as the spring chill sets in, you'll love these canvas high tops from Levi's. They've got a lightly cushioned footbed for long walks in the park and a traction-heavy outsole to keep you feeling stable on your feet during April showers. Plus, you really can't beat the $20 price tag.
Dream Pairs Platform Casual Lace-Up Fashion Sneakers
Inspired by the iconic floral 'Chinoiserie' motif we often see in fine china and home décor, these spring-friendly sneaks are an ode to everything we look for in footwear: Stability thanks to grippy outsoles, heel tabs for easy and off and an elegant pattern to keep your look fresh as a daisy.
Cushionaire Balance Lace Up Sneaker
For less than half the price of Adidas Sambas, grab this similar pair with loads of cushioning (hence the brand name!), available in wide sizing to suit a broader variety of foot types. Pair them with your favorite jean shorts or sweats for a current look in a spring-friendly sky blue.
Keds Women's Triple Kick Leather Sneakers
Keds sneakers are synonymous with timeless spring shoes. For a modern update, grab this pair with one-inch platforms and Ortholite footbeds for enhanced cushioning and comfort. Bone white or cream make for classic spring statements, while options like metallic rose gold or pearlized leather add serious personality and flair to any outfit.
Skechers Cordova Saw-Day Off Sneakers
Skechers sneakers aren't just a pretty face — they're podiatrist-approved. Don't miss this stunning pair designed with a breezy whipstitching fabric boasting the cool and effortless appeal of raffia. Complete with memory foam footbeds and flexible grippy outsoles, these babies will have you logging miles in style this spring.
Tommy Hilfiger Lamiss Sneakers
These straightforward Tommy Hilfiger sneakers with cushioned footbeds are the ideal pair to throw on if you're not sure what to wear, morning or night. At once sophisticated and casual, this country club-inspired pair commands respect in the boardroom or the bar. Whether you opt for crisp white or jet black, you won't have any trouble styling them this spring.
Amazon Essentials Comfortable Lace Up Sneakers
When choosing the ultimate spring sneakers that'll fare well season after season, simpler is better. Instead of keeping up with trends, opt for these classic lace-up sneakers available in five versatile colorways from cream to khaki. Paired with a denim jacket, they'll soon become part of your spring go-to uniform.
Puma Carina Street Sneakers
Depending on the style and size you go for, scoring a deal of $50 on these street style sneakers is within reach. And with 23 styles to choose from, you may just be in luck. Go for monochromatic to let your bright floral outfit shine or opt for pretty pastels to make a statement.
Nautica Casual Platform Low-Top Sneakers
For a nautical aesthetic to complete your spring vibe, look no further than Nautica. These platform low-top sneakers help top off any outfit with their easy-to-style round toes and lace-up closures. Available in a whopping 36 patterns and varieties, you're bound to find the perfect pair to complement your signature spring style — all at an accessible price point.
Dream Pairs Jaxon Walking Lace-Up Dad Sneakers
At once futuristic and retro, these ultra-cool dad sneakers are a spring must-have. Not only does their rocker bottom-style soles make daily walks, well, a walk in the park, but their EVA outsoles help absorb shock, should you be looking to ramp up the intensity of your activity. Between their mesh lining to keep things breathable to their quick-dry insoles, kicking it up a notch is just what these sneakers are calling for.
The Sak Asha Sneakers
We love the Sak for its boho-inspired eco-conscious bags, but now our feet deserve the royal treatment too. These cozy yet cool sneakers impart a laid-back look to your spring wardrobe with their hand-crocheted uppers and monogrammed outsoles. Better yet, they'll have folks wondering if you happened to pick them up on a faraway bucket list vacation.
Sperry Winslow Lace to Toe Sneakers
A departure from your typical preppy Sperry boat shoes, these lace-up sneakers offer a little extra edge to your everyday spring look thanks to their geometric panelling at the midsoles' edges. The addition of the brand's Plushstep technology keeps them practical for everything from spring travels to staycations, but they'll also perform just as well at the picnic or brunch table. Opt for the spring-friendly white color and you'll save a couple extra bucks too.
Superga 2750 Mid Cotton Sneakers
If you're on the hunt for a lightweight high-top to support your ankles without adding extra bulk as the temperatures soar, you've met your match in these cotton Superga sneakers. Decision fatigue won't be an issue for you here either: Pink, white or black all make for practical choices this spring.
Reebok Women's Ultra Flash Sneakers
Boasting subtle pointed toes, Reebok's iconic Flash sneakers are surprisingly more flattering than your average pair. Between their lace-up closures, traction-forward rubber outsoles and versatile retro design, there's not much more you could want in affordable spring sneakers.
Kufeiti High Top Canvas Sneakers
If you gravitate toward more neutral and subdued patterns but you're still looking to embrace spring florals, the gorgeous pattern on these canvas high-tops might just take your breath away. Cushioned footbeds paired with thick non-slip outsoles make them as practical as they are pretty.
Hash Bubbie Slip-On Canvas Sneakers
There's nothing like a pair of good slip-on canvas sneakers to slide into when rushing out the door. Now that we can all agree animal print is the new neutral (right?), these fun, festive and affordable sneakers are about to make stepping out the door this spring a whole lot easier — and have you feeling so much more confident while doing so.
Dr. Scholl's Madison Sneakers
You can't put a price on comfort. Well, actually, Amazon can price it quite fairly. At just $35 for the pair, these podiatrist- and stylist-endorsed slip-ons are a total steal with their padded collars to reduce the likelihood of blisters and built-in insoles boasting arch support for maximum comfort.
Comfortview The Anzani Sneakers
Coming in regular, wide and extra-wide sizing, you're bound to find the perfect fit in these canvas spring sneakers with interior elastic gores and padded insoles for a custom-like feel. Plus, their elegant bow-like detail tops them off like a gift.
Lugz Lear Wide Sneakers
At this price point, why not grab all six colors? These practical sneakers for spring are the missing piece to your wardrobe with their easy-to-style design, breathable lining and padded insoles for all-day comfort. Plus, durable rubber outsoles make them a solid and safe option on slick floors or terrain. CNN Underscored has a team of skilled writers and editors who have many years of experience testing, researching and recommending products, and they ensure each article is carefully edited and products are properly vetted. We talk to top experts when relevant to make certain we are testing each product accurately, recommending only the best products and considering the pros and cons of each item. For this article, contributing editor Marissa Miller curated a list of top affordable sneakers to shop on Amazon, from editor- and expert-recommended brands including Skechers, Reebok and Dr. Scholl's. Miller has previously written about other footwear, like the best walking sandals and the best golf shoes.