When it comes to shopping for a new pair of shoes, the mantra “bang for your buck” is more likely to conjure up painful childhood memories of trips to Stride Rite during its two-for-one Mary Jane special than a pair of beautifully chic heels from a recent runway show. Yet incorporating a piece from a favorite collection into your footwear trousseau this season needn’t be a bank-breaking affair. Whether Givenchy or Gucci, we’ve tracked down some of the best designer shoes to buy now—and wear forever. And, yes, you read that right: Everything’s under $500.