Product Highlight email examples & ideas using testimonials
1. NFL: TNF is BACK! Ways to Watch, Previews & More
Objective
To drive immediate engagement and viewership for Thursday Night Football by highlighting game details, streaming options, and promotional offers while encouraging fan interaction through voting and merchandise purchases.
Why this works
The email masterfully creates urgency by anchoring the campaign around a live, time-sensitive event, Thursday Night Football, and pairs it with clear, immediate CTAs that guide fans directly to viewing options or interactive features like live polls.
How to implement
By integrating both streaming access and merchandise incentives within the same flow, the email transforms passive viewers into active participants and customers, reinforcing brand loyalty while monetizing fan enthusiasm through strategic cross-promotion.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer above the 'GAME PREVIEW' CTA to visually reinforce urgency and encourage immediate action before kickoff, leveraging FOMO to boost click-through rates. • Reposition the 'LIVE PICK’EM' section higher in the email, immediately after the game preview, to capitalize on peak fan excitement and increase participation before attention drifts to future games or offers.
2. Los Angeles Magazine: The Daily Brief: Former NBA Star Arenas Federally Indicted, Trump Eyes Diddy Pardon, and more.
Objective
This email aims to deliver a concise, engaging daily news digest to subscribers while subtly promoting magazine subscriptions and related content. It balances breaking headlines with local flavor to reinforce brand authority and encourage ongoing reader engagement.
Why this works
The email opens with a personalized weather update that grounds the reader in local context, making the daily brief feel timely and relevant to Los Angeles residents rather than just a generic news roundup.
How to implement
Strategically placing a high-impact visual of Gilbert Arenas alongside his headline creates immediate emotional pull, leveraging celebrity and scandal to drive clicks while maintaining journalistic credibility through clean, factual subheadings.
Pro Tip
The primary CTA 'Read More' is visually underwhelming and buried beneath the headline; repositioning it as a bold, contrasting button directly under each story preview would significantly improve click-through rates. • The subscription offer appears twice but lacks urgency or exclusivity; adding a time-sensitive benefit like 'First 100 subscribers get a free LA Mag tote bag' would convert passive readers into paying members more effectively.
3. Kuehne+Nagel : Kuehne+Nagel and SWISS strengthen partnership to accelerate more sustainable aviation
Objective
This email aims to announce and position the strategic partnership between Kuehne+Nagel and SWISS as a pivotal step toward scaling sustainable aviation fuel, reinforcing both brands’ leadership in eco-conscious logistics and air travel while building stakeholder confidence in their shared decarbonization roadmap.
Why this works
The email strategically anchors its message in a tangible, future-facing commitment, a five-year offtake agreement, which transforms abstract sustainability goals into a concrete, measurable action that stakeholders can track and trust over time.
How to implement
By featuring direct quotes from both company executives, the email humanizes the partnership, lending credibility and emotional weight to the announcement while subtly signaling internal alignment and top-down prioritization of sustainability across both organizations.
Pro Tip
Add a visual timeline or milestone graphic under the partnership description to illustrate the five-year agreement’s phases, this would make the long-term commitment more digestible and emotionally resonant for readers who skim. • Reposition the 'See all media releases' CTA higher in the email, perhaps as a secondary button beneath the headline, to increase visibility and drive more traffic to the Newsroom without forcing readers to scroll to the footer.
4. FabFitFun: Now trending: The Viral Edit Box: #RushTok 😍
Objective
To drive immediate subscriptions to the limited-edition Viral Edit Box by leveraging influencer appeal and social media buzz, while also opening the offer to non-members to expand the customer base.
Why this works
The email brilliantly taps into cultural momentum by naming the box after a viral TikTok trend, instantly creating relevance and urgency for Gen Z and millennial audiences already engaged with #RushTok content.
How to implement
By featuring a recognizable influencer’s curated picks, the campaign transforms a product box into a personalized experience, making subscribers feel like they’re getting insider access to what a trending star actually loves and uses daily.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer near the CTA to amplify urgency, since the box is tied to a trending moment, this would visually reinforce the limited-time nature of the offer and encourage faster conversions. • Include a short testimonial or social proof snippet from a real subscriber who received a previous Viral Edit Box, to build credibility and reduce hesitation for first-time buyers unfamiliar with the brand’s curation quality.
5. Tiffany & Co.: Tiffany & Co. Designs. Givenchy Couture. A Celebration of Savoir Faire.
Objective
To elevate brand prestige by highlighting the exclusive collaboration between Tiffany & Co. and Givenchy, while driving engagement with a past event that reinforces heritage and luxury positioning.
Why this works
The email masterfully frames a past event as an ongoing narrative of legacy, using rich historical context to deepen emotional connection rather than relying on urgency or discounts.
How to implement
By spotlighting a high-fashion collaboration with Givenchy, the campaign positions Tiffany not just as a jeweler but as a cultural curator, aligning with elite audiences who value artistry over transaction.
Pro Tip
Add a subtle countdown or 'Event Recap' badge near the CTA to create a sense of timeliness and exclusivity, even for a past event, encouraging immediate click-through for FOMO-driven viewers. • Include a short testimonial or quote from an attendee or fashion editor to humanize the event and add third-party validation, strengthening credibility beyond brand storytelling alone.
6. Truck Paper : Fresh Inventory - Your Next Truck is Ready Today!
Objective
This email aims to drive immediate truck purchases by showcasing a curated selection of fresh, high-value inventory with clear pricing and photos, while also capturing leads from users looking to sell their current trucks through a dual-purpose CTA strategy.
Why this works
The email brilliantly leverages urgency and abundance by highlighting 'over 160 pieces of inventory updated DAILY,' which reassures buyers they’re seeing the freshest options and reduces perceived risk in a high-ticket purchase decision.
How to implement
By featuring both buying and selling CTAs in prominent, visually distinct sections, the campaign effectively captures two high-intent customer segments without diluting the core message, a smart dual-funnel approach rarely executed this cleanly.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer or 'limited stock' indicator next to top-performing or lowest-mileage trucks to amplify urgency and encourage faster decision-making, especially since the email already emphasizes daily inventory updates. • Include a short testimonial or star rating from a recent buyer near the product grid to build social proof, this would reinforce trust in the inventory quality and dealer reputation, which is critical for high-value B2B purchases.
7. West Ham United : A productive break for the Hammers
Objective
This email aims to engage West Ham United fans by recapping key moments from the international break, highlighting player performances, introducing new coaching staff and signings, and driving ticket sales for upcoming matches, all while reinforcing club identity and community spirit.
Why this works
The email smartly segments content by team and narrative, men’s international performances, coaching updates, women’s progress, and new signings, making it easy for fans to find what matters most to them without feeling overwhelmed by a single storyline.
How to implement
By embedding match highlights and player spotlights with clear 'Read More' CTAs, the campaign turns passive updates into interactive storytelling, encouraging deeper engagement while subtly guiding fans toward ticket purchases and merchandise without being overly salesy.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer or urgency indicator next to 'ON SALE NOW' sections to boost ticket conversion, especially for high-demand matches like Man City, leveraging FOMO without disrupting the editorial tone. • Include a brief quote or testimonial from a player or coach in the 'Meet Our New Faces' section to humanize new signings and build emotional connection before prompting fans to 'Read More' or shop.
8. Heat: GBBO is back! And Noel Fielding’s shirts are the star of the show 🤩
Objective
This email aims to drive engagement by capitalizing on the return of Great British Bake Off, using Noel Fielding’s iconic shirts as a hook to promote related fashion content and affiliate product links, while also cross-promoting other trending celebrity and lifestyle stories to keep readers scrolling.
Why this works
The email brilliantly leverages pop culture momentum by tying Noel Fielding’s GBBO wardrobe to shoppable fashion dupes, turning a TV moment into a monetizable content hook that feels timely and relatable to fans.
How to implement
Each story block uses bold, curiosity-driven headlines paired with expressive emojis and circular imagery to create visual rhythm and emotional pull, encouraging readers to click without overwhelming them with text density.
Pro Tip
The primary CTA 'READ MORE' is repetitive and generic across all sections, personalizing CTAs to match each story’s intent (e.g., 'Shop Noel’s Look' or 'See the Dupes') would increase click-through relevance and conversion potential. • The email lacks a clear visual hierarchy guiding the reader toward the highest-value action, adding a sticky or highlighted CTA button for the magazine offer above the fold would better align design with the revenue objective.
9. Katie Barnes Tool Range & Education: 13+ years of nail expertise in every tool... ✨
Objective
This email aims to position Katie Barnes as a trusted authority in the nail industry by highlighting her 13+ years of award-winning expertise and converting that credibility into sales of her expert-designed tool range. It seeks to build confidence in her brand so professionals feel assured choosing her tools for their daily work.
Why this works
The email brilliantly leverages Katie’s personal brand story by front-loading her 13+ years of award-winning experience, transforming her credentials into a compelling reason to trust her tools over generic competitors in a saturated market.
How to implement
By featuring real product shots alongside clear CTAs and social proof like ‘TikTok #1 Best Selling Nail Product,’ the email creates urgency and credibility without overwhelming the reader, making it easy for nail pros to visualize tools in their own workspace.
Pro Tip
Add a subtle countdown timer or limited-stock indicator near the 'This Week’s Best Sellers' section to create urgency, since the current layout lacks time-sensitive motivation despite promoting top products. • Reposition the 'Order Now. Pay Later' financing options higher in the email, perhaps beneath the hero section, to reduce friction for price-sensitive professionals who may hesitate without upfront payment flexibility.
10. Stance Socks: TRENDING: Socks and Sandals
Objective
To drive sales by capitalizing on the trending 'socks and sandals' fashion movement, encouraging customers to explore and purchase Stance socks that pair stylishly with sandals. The email positions the brand as a fashion-forward choice for self-expression.
Why this works
The email brilliantly taps into a cultural fashion trend by reframing socks and sandals as a bold, self-expressive style choice, not a fashion faux pas, making the product feel culturally relevant and desirable.
How to implement
By showcasing multiple sock styles with clear product names and individual CTAs, the email reduces decision fatigue and empowers shoppers to act immediately on the specific pair that resonates with their personal aesthetic.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer or limited-edition badge near the hero section to create urgency around the 'trending' theme, encouraging immediate clicks rather than passive browsing. • Include a short visual comparison or styling tip (e.g., 'Pair with Crocs or slides for max street cred') beneath the hero image to guide less fashion-confident shoppers and reduce hesitation.