You’re buying a sandal, but you’re paying for the edges. Points covered: * The shape of the sole * The strap insertion * Strap profile shape * General leather impression * How closely the strap cradles the foot When looking for refined yet affordable sandals, consider these design alternatives: * Raw edges (no seams, no glazing) and a fine leather, perhaps vegetable tanned * Simple shape and finished edges * Thin straps or strings that are manufactured in bulk rather than a piece of leather that’s cut, shaped, and finished like the Oran I have Manolo Blahnik sandals that are made of thin strings, and I love them. LTKShoeCrush LTKVideo LTKFindsUnder50