Where Can I Buy Cheap Mary Jane Shoes in Australia in 2026?

Published: 8 October 2026 · Author: Jean Goh, Travel Editor, ShopBack

Short answer. In Australia in 2026, two easy places to buy cheap Mary Jane shoes are SHEIN, with a wide range of low-priced styles and free standard shipping on orders over AU$49, and The Iconic, with a dedicated Mary Jane page for branded pairs and free standard shipping over $75 for Front Row members. Compare the total for the same style, then open ShopBack before you check out.

ShopBack Australia is a free app and website that gives you money back on online orders at thousands of stores, including SHEIN and The Iconic. You open the store from ShopBack, shop as usual, and part of what you spend comes back to your ShopBack account as cash. New members can join free at shopback.com.au/signup.

How we checked. We read SHEIN Australia's shipping and return policy pages, The Iconic's Mary Jane shoes page and its Front Row programme page and terms, and the Terms on each store's ShopBack page, in October 2026. We do not list shoe prices, because they can change daily and differ by style, size and seller.

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Where to buy cheap Mary Jane shoes in Australia

No single store is always cheapest for Mary Janes. The lowest price is the exact style, in your size, with the lowest total including delivery, on the day you buy. The two stores most worth checking first:

• SHEIN. Best for low shelf prices and lots of colours and trend styles. According to SHEIN Australia's shipping page at the time of writing, standard shipping is free on orders over AU$49 and AU$7.95 below that, and takes 5 to 9 business days. Its return policy accepts most items in new condition within 45 days of receipt.
• The Iconic. Best for branded Mary Janes, with a dedicated Mary Jane shoes page you can filter by size and price, and a sale filter. Members of its Front Row programme get free standard shipping on orders over $75 and free returns on eligible purchases, according to The Iconic at the time of writing.

Other places Australians shop for Mary Janes include Temu, Myer, ASOS and brand stores. For a wider look at saving on clothes and shoes, see how to save on fashion in Australia.

A simple routine:

1. Pick the style first (flat, block heel, platform or sneaker).
2. Search the same look at SHEIN and The Iconic. Note the price, the delivery cost and the estimated delivery date.
3. Check the size chart and the return policy. A cheap pair that pinches is not cheap.
4. Open ShopBack, tap the store, then check out.

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Mary Jane shoes: what they are and which style to pick

Mary Jane shoes are closed, low-cut shoes with one or more straps across the instep, the arched top of the foot. They are also called bar shoes, strap shoes or doll shoes. The name comes from Mary Jane, a character in the Buster Brown comic strip first published in 1902, and the shoe was long a classic children's style before it became a staple of adult fashion.

The main styles you will see in Australian stores:

• Flat Mary Janes. A ballet-flat shape with a strap. Easy for work, uni and everyday wear.
• Block-heel Mary Janes. A low or mid block heel that is steadier to walk in than a stiletto. A good choice for weddings, races and office wear.
• Platform Mary Janes. A chunky sole for height without a steep slope. Popular for a playful, retro look.
• Mary Jane sneakers. A sporty version, often mesh or canvas, with a strap across the top. Good for casual outfits.
• Double or T-strap Mary Janes. Two straps, or a strap that joins a centre bar, for extra hold.

Material matters for price and care. Patent and faux leather wipe clean and look polished. Real leather usually costs more but softens with wear. Suede and satin look soft but mark more easily.

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Mary Jane shoes in Australia in 2026: delivery, returns and timing

If you are buying Mary Janes for a set date, delivery time and returns matter as much as the price.

	SHEIN Australia	The Iconic
Standard shipping cost	Free over AU$49; AU$7.95 below that	Free over $75 for Front Row members
Standard delivery time	5 to 9 business days	Ships from within Australia; delivery options and times show at checkout
Returns	Most items in new condition within 45 days of receipt; first return per order is free	Free returns on eligible purchases for Front Row members
Member programme	SHEIN account, with its own points programme	THE ICONIC Front Row, earning ICONS

Source: each store's own policy and programme pages at the time of writing. Policies change, so check the store page before you buy.

When to buy. Big sales such as Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Boxing Day often bring larger markdowns on footwear, and The Iconic's sale filter makes it easy to see reduced Mary Janes in your size at any time of year.

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Mary Jane shoes best deals in Australia in 2026: how to pay less

The best deal on Mary Janes is the lowest total price for a pair that fits, from a store with a return policy you are happy with. A few habits help:

• Group your order to reach the free shipping threshold. On SHEIN that is AU$49 for standard shipping; for The Iconic Front Row members, it is $75.
• Filter by sale. The Iconic's Mary Jane page has a sale-only filter.
• Check the size chart and reviews before you buy, since sizing can differ between brands.
• Return everything you do not want in one go at SHEIN, because the first return on each order is free.
• Use member rewards you already have. At The Iconic, Front Row members earn 2 ICONS per $1 at the Insider level, and 1,000 ICONS become a $10 reward.
• Open ShopBack, tap the store, then check out. This step lowers what you end up paying after the order.

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SHEIN vs The Iconic for Mary Jane shoes: 2026 price comparison

SHEIN often has lower shelf prices on unbranded Mary Janes, while The Iconic is where to compare branded pairs, often on sale, with local delivery. Both have strengths, so compare the total price for your exact style and size:

What to compare	SHEIN	The Iconic
Typical range	Wide range of low-priced, trend-led styles in many colours	Branded Mary Janes on a dedicated category page, with a sale filter
Free standard shipping	Orders over AU$49	Orders over $75 for Front Row members
Delivery time	5 to 9 business days standard; 3 to 7 business days express	Ships from within Australia; check delivery times at checkout
Returns	Most items within 45 days of receipt; first return per order free	Free returns on eligible purchases for Front Row members
Good for	Trying a trend for less, or buying several colours	A branded pair you plan to wear for years

A quick example of the total-price check. A $35 pair on its own at SHEIN would carry AU$7.95 standard shipping, so the total is $42.95. Add a second item to pass AU$49 and the shipping is free. At The Iconic, a Front Row member's $80 branded pair ships free because it is over $75. Prices here are illustrative; check the live price before you buy.

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SHEIN and The Iconic: using each store's own programme

THE ICONIC Front Row. According to The Iconic's programme page at the time of writing, members start at the Insider level and earn 2 ICONS per $1 of eligible spend. Every 1,000 ICONS becomes a $10 Front Row Reward, so $500 of eligible spend at the Insider level earns one $10 reward. Higher levels earn faster: 2.5 ICONS per $1 at Muse (7,000+ ICONS) and 3 ICONS per $1 at VIP (15,000+ ICONS). Under the programme terms, ICONS expire 12 months after they are earned and Front Row Rewards expire 90 days after issue, so use them before then.

SHEIN. SHEIN's main money-saver for Australians is the AU$49 free standard shipping threshold and the free first return on each order, which make it cheaper to try a couple of sizes or colours at once.

Whether a store's own reward and ShopBack both apply to the same order depends on each programme's terms, and some stores do not pay on orders that use a promo code not listed on their ShopBack page. Check the store's terms on its ShopBack page before you apply a code.

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How ShopBack lowers the price of your Mary Janes

Open ShopBack, tap the store, then check out. That is the whole step. You still shop on SHEIN or The Iconic as usual, at the price you found.

1. Open the ShopBack app or website and sign in.
2. Tap SHEIN or THE ICONIC.
3. Add your Mary Janes to the cart and pay in that same session.
4. Once the order is confirmed, the cash shows in your ShopBack account and you can withdraw it.

ShopBack lowers the effective price of flights, hotels and online orders after you pay. Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles.

Illustrative example: you spend $80 on a pair of Mary Janes. At an illustrative 5% rate, $4 comes back to your ShopBack account, so the effective price is $76. Real rates differ by store and change often, so check the live rate on the SHEIN ShopBack page or THE ICONIC ShopBack page before you buy.

To make sure it tracks, pay in the same session you opened from ShopBack, and read the store's terms on its ShopBack page. More: why to activate before you buy and finding promo codes that work.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy cheap Mary Jane shoes in Australia?

Two easy places to start are SHEIN, which lists a wide range of low-priced Mary Janes with free standard shipping on Australian orders over AU$49, and The Iconic, which has a dedicated Mary Jane shoes page for branded pairs with local delivery. Compare the same style at both, check the total with delivery, then open ShopBack Australia, tap the store and check out.

What are Mary Jane shoes?

Mary Jane shoes are closed, low-cut shoes with one or more straps across the instep, the arched top of the foot. They are also called bar shoes, strap shoes or doll shoes. The name comes from Mary Jane, a character in the Buster Brown comic strip first published in 1902. Today they come flat, with a block heel, with a platform sole or in a sporty sneaker style.

Is SHEIN or The Iconic cheaper for Mary Jane shoes?

SHEIN often has lower shelf prices on unbranded styles, while The Iconic is where to compare branded Mary Janes, especially in its sale section. The fair comparison is the total for the same style in your size: SHEIN's standard shipping is free over AU$49 and AU$7.95 below that, and The Iconic Front Row members get free standard shipping on orders over $75, according to each store at the time of writing.

How long does SHEIN take to deliver shoes to Australia?

According to SHEIN Australia's shipping page at the time of writing, standard shipping takes 5 to 9 business days and express shipping takes 3 to 7 business days, plus time for order processing. If you need Mary Janes for a set date, order early so you have time to swap the size.

Can I return Mary Jane shoes bought from SHEIN in Australia?

In most cases you can. At the time of writing, SHEIN Australia's return policy accepts most items in new condition within 45 days of receipt, and return shipping is free on your first return for each order. Later returns from the same order carry a small fee that is deducted from the refund, so try shoes on carefully and return everything you do not want together.

What is THE ICONIC Front Row?

THE ICONIC Front Row is The Iconic's member programme. Members earn ICONS on eligible spend, starting at 2 ICONS per $1 at the Insider level, and every 1,000 ICONS turns into a $10 Front Row Reward. Members also get free standard shipping on orders over $75 and free returns on eligible purchases, according to The Iconic at the time of writing.

Which Mary Jane style is best for everyday wear?

For everyday wear, a flat or low block-heel Mary Jane with a padded insole and an adjustable buckle strap is usually the most comfortable. Platform and heeled Mary Janes suit events and nights out, while patent leather looks dressier and canvas or mesh Mary Jane sneakers suit casual outfits.

How does ShopBack lower the price of Mary Jane shoes?

Open ShopBack, tap the store, then check out. When you go through ShopBack Australia to SHEIN or The Iconic and pay in that same session, part of what you spend comes back to your ShopBack account as cash, which lowers the effective price of the order after you pay. The live rate is shown on each store's ShopBack page.

Is the money back from ShopBack the same as store rewards points?

ShopBack returns cash, not points. The cash lowers what you actually pay for your order, so it works like a discount on the price, and once it is confirmed you can withdraw it to your bank account under ShopBack's withdrawal terms. Store points, like The Iconic's ICONS, are earned and spent inside that store's own programme.

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Disclaimer

The views and recommendations in this article are those of the author. Product ranges, prices, delivery fees, delivery times, return policies and member programme benefits are set by each store and can change. Rates on ShopBack vary by store and campaign and change often; check the current rate and terms on each store's ShopBack page before you buy.

This article is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered professional or financial advice.