How to Use slingback in a Sentence
slingback
noun-
The slingback style is easy to slip on and off while the pointy toe keeps it on trend.
— Jacqueline Saguin, Good Housekeeping, 17 Aug. 2022 -
The adjustable slingback strap makes this design easy to wear and keeps them in place throughout the day.
— Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2024 -
City lights, a pink chiffon dress and a pair of silver slingback shoes.
— Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 4 Sep. 2021 -
Some may prefer a pair of open-toed slingbacks compared to a closed-toe shoe.
— Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 1 Aug. 2023 -
Skip the stinky socks and opt for sandals like these Havaianas slides or these slingback flats, which are open at the heel.
— Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 3 July 2024 -
Add some boots or slingback heels, then go enjoy all your fall events in style.
— Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 16 Aug. 2024 -
Depp sported a black cropped knit sweater with a floral tweed-style skirt and slingback heels.
— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 3 May 2024 -
The black satin skirt fell to just above Kendall's ankles, showing off a sliver of sheer black tights and a pair of slingback heels.
— Abby Dupes, Seventeen, 19 Dec. 2022 -
The slingback style is easy to put on in the mornings since there are no buttons or clasps to finagle with.
— Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 22 Apr. 2024 -
On the accessories front, too, the royal was a fan of the brand’s classic flap bag and monochrome slingback pumps.
— Emily Chan, Vogue, 14 Nov. 2022 -
Try a blazer and slingback heels for a dinner date; go with a denim shirt and suede boots for drinks with friends.
— Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2024 -
Stella Lucia wears a dress, tights, and slingbacks from Miu Miu.
— ELLE, 3 Aug. 2023 -
Bieber is a huge fan of red footwear, stepping out in cherry red pairs of penny loafers from The Row, or in Jil Sander’s slingback mules.
— Laura Jackson, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2024 -
Switch to vintage pleated trousers and a linen top with slingback kitten heels.
— R29 Team, refinery29.com, 23 Oct. 2024 -
Down below, try jeans and white sneakers or a midi-skirt and slingback heels.
— Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 26 Mar. 2024 -
Among our favorite slingback heels is this sleek, faux-leather pair from Sam Edelman.
— Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Feb. 2024 -
These slide-on fuzzy slippers are like a cross between a sandal and a slipper and have a slingback to help keep the slipper in place.
— Jamie Ueda, USA TODAY, 10 Nov. 2020 -
Kravitz coordinated the look with a pair of raven slingback pumps in satin crepe.
— Julia Teti, WWD, 9 Aug. 2024 -
Pair them with sneakers for all-day adventures or dress them up with slingback pumps for an evening out.
— Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2024 -
The Rhode founder wore a pair of pointy-toe kitten heel slingbacks from Jacquemus with her tomato-colored dress.
— Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2024 -
The shearling slingback sandals have long been a celebrity favorite, even in the hot summer months.
— Nicol Natale, PEOPLE.com, 9 July 2022 -
Black oval shades, a Chanel belt and the fashion house’s iconic slingback pumps completed her look.
— Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 28 June 2023 -
Wear it with some black tights and slingbacks for an unforgettable look.
— Kirsten Chanel Webber, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2024 -
The slingback strap can be worn for added stability, or it can be tucked under your heel to wear the slippers like slides.
— Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2023 -
White slingbacks from The Row and a Gigi Burris veil complemented the look.
— Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2024 -
Pair this dress with slingback pumps or knee-high boots for an evening holiday party.
— Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 25 Nov. 2023 -
Amal, 45, was snapped in a sleeveless white shift dress stitched with floral outlines in navy, plus slingback Roger Vivier heels.
— Marisa Sullivan, Peoplemag, 29 Aug. 2023 -
Fernanda Ly wears a sweater and slingbacks from Prada and tights by Wolford.
— ELLE, 3 Aug. 2023 -
The best-selling Natalie, which the Duchess of Sussex has been a longtime fan of, now also comes in a slingback design.
— Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 19 Mar. 2022 -
These slingback loafers feature an adjustable back strap and a gold buckle detail.
— Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2024
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