Flip-flops have officially ditched their bad reputation, especially in New York, where many locals had sworn off them until the last few years, when they came roaring back into fashion’s good graces thanks to Scandi girls and a few elevated styles from the likes of The Row and Toteme. That’s not to say, though, that the flat shoe style is for everyone. Whether they’re trendy or not, some people still refuse to wear them, preferring to opt for other flat sandals, and that’s their right. Fortunately, there are plenty of chic flip-flop alternatives, with one particular style a beloved choice among women in their 30s and 40s, from Jennifer Lawrence to Meghan Markle.
Women in Their 40s Who Want to Look Elegant Wear This Dress Trend With These Classic Heels
You’d be hard-pressed to find a more elegantly dressed woman in her 40s than Kate Middleton. I dare you to try. So if classic elegance is your goal, it’s always a safe bet to look to what she’s wearing. She’s routinely appropriately dressed for any occasion in timeless yet trend-forward styles. Yesterday she wore an outfit that was the perfect example of this. While attending a charity polo match to cheer on Prince William, Middleton wore a trend that well-dressed women in their 40s know to choose when they want to look elegant: an A-line midi dress. With it, she wore the classic heels that complement it perfectly: slingback pumps.
Pamela Anderson Only Uses 5 Skincare Products—Here’s Her Exact Routine

The Lineup is a monthly series where we’re giving you an inside peek at the beauty lineups of the most sought-after experts and tastemakers in the industry. Get ready for a behind-the-scenes look at all the can’t-live-without products that make their worlds go ’round.
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Keke Palmer Wowed in a Metallic Corset at Essence Festival – Get Her Look Starting at $14
Every year, Essence Festival brings out some of the biggest names in entertainment to the great city of New Orleans for a weekend celebrating Black music, culture, and revelry. Hosted near the July 4 holiday, the landmark event boasts nightly concerts at the Superdome – including Prince in 2014, Janet Jackson in 2022, and Usher in 2024 – as well as a packed schedule of events during the day like the “Black Excellence” brunch and Prime Video “Essence of Leading Ladies” soiree. And celebrities come dressed in their finest summer-ready outfits for the occasion.
