CultureAugust 27, 2026

slingback

SLING-bak

Definition

A style of shoe where the back of the heel is left open, held in place by a strap that runs around the back of the ankle.

Etymology

The word is a compound formed from 'sling' (referring to the strap that hangs or supports) and 'back' (referring to the heel area), appearing in fashion contexts during the mid-20th century.

In the news

The word describes the iconic two-tone footwear worn by Gabrielle Chanel, highlighting the specific fashion silhouette being replicated in the high-end chess set.

CHANEL’s Watchmaking Creation Studio Presents The Queen And Her Gambit

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