patent leather
noun
pat·ent leather
ˈpa-tᵊn(t)- 
British usually ˈpā-
: a leather with a hard smooth glossy surface
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The sneakers rubber sole adds to their lightweight cushioning with a look that’s clean and retro, especially with a patent leather wraparound.
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Rudie Obias, Variety, 17 May 2024
The star wore a black Giambattista Valli macramé and tulle gown with matching pants plus patent leather pumps also by the designer.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
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Rudie Obias, Variety, 17 May 2024
The star wore a black Giambattista Valli macramé and tulle gown with matching pants plus patent leather pumps also by the designer.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
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patent leather
noun
pat·ent leather
ˌpat-ᵊn(t)-
: a leather with a hard smooth glossy surface
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