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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Richie wore her hair in her signature slicked back bun with chunky hoop earrings and pointed-toe slingback heels.
    Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 6 Aug. 2024
  • Despite the frigid December weather, Swift finished the look with a pair of slingback heeled sandals.
    Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 7 Dec. 2023
  • In 2010, females were permitted to wear sleeveless tops, Capri pants and slingback shoes that also have open toes.
    Dewayne Bevil, orlandosentinel.com, 13 Apr. 2021
  • This open-toed design has a stretchy slingback strap, criss-cross details and the brand’s special Soft System cushioning to keep your feet ouch-free.
    Celia Shatzman, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Mar. 2022
  • The hybrid slingback loafer proved to be the perfect unexpected pairing for her floral top and shorts.
    Alexis Bennett, Vogue, 21 July 2023
  • For something equally as comfy and stylish, these on-sale slingback sandals from Earth would make great walking shoes.
    Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2024

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