People Will Be Floored When They Learn These $12 "Going Out" Heels Are From Aldi

Need new shoes? Better hit the... grocery store? Aldi may not be the first place to consider when thinking of footwear, but this week, they have elegant open-toe heels in their weekly Finds section and a few other apparel options you'll want to see.

Aldi has quickly become a favorite grocery stop because of its low prices and high-quality food, but it is tentatively venturing into expanding its offerings with home goods and choice apparel pieces. Switching to Aldi for some of these purchases can help stretch your budget even further at Aldi .

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1. Serra Ladies Open Toe Bootie

Courtesy of Aldi

Price: $12.99

It's not quite sandal weather, but it's not quite boot weather — the time of year that's perfect for something in between — and that is exactly what Aldi has with the heels available this week. They're available in sizes 7-10, the most common shoe sizes, so if they sell well, we may see more footwear options from the beloved grocery store.

2. Serra Ladies Linen Shorts

Courtesy of Aldi

Price: $6.99

Aldi seems to be responding to customer feedback on apparel, primarily focused on the material: Nobody wants more cheap polyester. The call for natural fiber options appears to have been heard, as a few items have been released to test the market. These shorts are 55% linen and 45% viscose, with an elastic waistband and front pockets.

Pro-tip: If you want pure cotton bed sheets, there are still sets left in sizes for a king and queen mattress in many locations from last week's Aldi Finds .

3. Serra Ladies 2-Pack Capri Leggings

Courtesy of Aldi

Price: $9.99

Capri-length leggings are perfect for the interim weather between summer and fall. These capris are soft and breathable and made from a polyester and spandex blend.

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4. Serra Ladies 2-Pack Cami Bra

Courtesy of Aldi

Price: $9.99

Two tank tops for the price of less than one? Yes, please! Presumably, the camisoles have built-in bras, but they look like any other plain color tank-top one would find at Old Navy or Target.

Bottom line

In the past, Aldi apparel options performed poorly, but it wasn't because of a lack of demand. Customers didn't like the fabric options, which were primarily polyester-based.

Let's face it: The market is already oversaturated with cheap polyester clothes, so for Aldi to stand out and enter the market, it needs to focus on high-quality fabrics made from natural fibers. Natural fibers may be negotiable, and we're seeing them test the market reception for cotton and linen.

Aldi impacted the grocery market in a big way by focusing on high-quality food at prices that let customers save significant amounts of money on groceries , and that same strategy could let them expand successfully into other markets like home goods and clothing.

Money tips that can work for everyone

No matter what your bank account balance is, there's always an opportunity to optimize and improve your finances. Here's a quick checklist of things you can look at today.

Focus on paying off your debt . Debt can hold you back from making progress with your overall financial well-being. Aside from cutting expenses, there are tools that can help you pay off debt faster like balance transfer credit cards and debt counseling.

Earning extra income can give you breathing room. If finances are tight, earning some extra money to supplement your income can make a huge difference. A new job is one option to consider, but if you're not ready to make a big change or already retired, a part-time side job could be a better choice.

Cut your expenses. It sounds painful and so not fun, but it doesn't have to be. Take a look at your biggest expenses because that's where you'll probably find the biggest savings. For example, auto insurance rates have been soaring so shopping around for a new insurance company can be the fastest way to cut your bill. Also, look for ways to cut your grocery bill (despite rising inflation).