See a roundup of our favorite email campaigns from this year
One of our favorite things to do here at Emma is geek out over stellar email examples that land in our own inboxes. After all, talking aspirationally about how people can do great email marketing is one thing; watching brands we love actually do it is another.
Here, I've collected some of our favorite examples we shared on the Emma blog in 2017. Check them out, then explore each of the original posts they belong to for more inspiration!
1. Polyvore
This is a classic example of a B2C re-engagement email from a young, lighthearted brand. For Polyvore’s audience, this emoji-driven, Messenger-style win-back was the perfect way to draw in folks who had grown disinterested by speaking their language.
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2. Nordstrom Rack
Nordstrom Rack’s emails have a tendency to get a little busy, but they absolutely nailed it with this one. The arrow GIF points directly to the CTA button and tells your gaze exactly where to go – a super smart way to capitalize on eye tracking and encourage action.
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3. Doordash
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4. The Hustle
5. Headspace
Sure, GIFs can work as a flashy design element, and there’s nothing wrong with a GIF used simply because it adds a little flair to your campaign. But we especially love when they’re used for a functional purpose: In this case, to prove the value of a service.
Headspace is a meditation program that helps you relax and focus, so this GIF does a wonderful job showcasing why you probably should be using it. Watch it cycle through a few times to see what they mean.
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6. Jetsetter
Sometimes, simple is best. This email from Jetsetter eliminates distraction by making the path here a simple choice: Choose a destination that interests you from this no-fuss group of tiles. By reducing friction, you'll increase the chances of your subscribers taking action and clicking through to your website.
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7. Dallas Stars
This impressive welcome email creates a seamless fan experience from the Stars' website to the inbox. With an eye-catching design and the use of sophisticated techniques like CSS animation (click here to see it in action), this email creates an incredible first impression and shows that the Stars truly care about crafting the best possible subscriber experience.
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Want even more email design and strategy inspiration? Check out our Top 12 Emails of 2017 guide!
About the Author
McKenzie Gregory is a senior content manager on Emma’s marketing team. A Nashville native, she can be found covering all things email on the Emma blog, debating hyphenation rules, and watching obscene amounts of Netflix without a trace of shame.
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