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Recent Examples of cordovan
The cordovan line revisited the brand’s shoemaking heritage with models that included derby shoes, loafers, monk straps and Chelsea boots.
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Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
21 June 2026
The selection of a cordovan upper bumps it by an additional $1,850; while choosing ostrich, lizard, or crocodile increases it by a further, $2,450, $2,650, and $4,200, respectively.
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Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
31 Jan. 2024
For the best deal, check out the light brown elk-mountain red combo for $62 down from $100, or the dark brown cordovan and squash pair that are starting at $60.
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Alexandra Domrongchai,
Travel + Leisure,
21 July 2023
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
21 June 2026
The selection of a cordovan upper bumps it by an additional $1,850; while choosing ostrich, lizard, or crocodile increases it by a further, $2,450, $2,650, and $4,200, respectively.
—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
31 Jan. 2024
For the best deal, check out the light brown elk-mountain red combo for $62 down from $100, or the dark brown cordovan and squash pair that are starting at $60.
—
Alexandra Domrongchai,
Travel + Leisure,
21 July 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cordovan
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The brand debuted an entirely new family of mules crafted in polished calfskin and suede, alongside expanded colorways for bestsellers such as the Matt New and Chris.
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Courtesy of Swatch Courtesy of Swatch To go with the calfskin lanyards, there will purportedly also be longer lanyards and desk clock holders (in eight colors, naturally) available online.
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As a new baseball season gets underway, here’s hoping that the owners’ memories are jolted by the smell of Cracker Jack® and horsehide.
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Garvey, the former Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres first baseman and National League most valuable player in 1974, has played the baseball card to the hilt, even passing out autographed horsehides at many campaign stops.
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Get Tough Purchase ones made from cowhide, goatskin, or pigskin leather or abrasion-resistant canvas that will be harder for thorns to penetrate.
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The first violins were strung with sheep intestines, while early timpanis bore heads made from goatskin.
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The breadth of accessories increases season after season, with summer loafers and sneakers crafted from fine leathers, such as deerskin, and leather and canvas bags.
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Some of the Native Americans depicted in these pages are clad with only a deerskin loincloth.
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To elevate your own sporty shorts, try finishing off the look with an A.L.C cropped ivory tank top with sulfurous Castaigne kidskin slides.
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At the end of the film, Sandy Olsson (played by the late, great Olivia Newton-John) emerges for the splashy closing number wearing a leather moto jacket, skintight sharkskin pants, and heels.
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Chef Phillip Frankland Lee’s bites will include tastes like Roasted Bone Marrow nigiri finished with soy, sea salt, and freshly grated wasabi on sharkskin – for a night that is sure to not only be delicious but full of creativity and excitement.
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It is designed for total adaptability, with an adjustable and removable crossbody strap and an interior featuring a triple compartment and slip pocket lined in luxurious nappa lambskin.
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Celine ballet high lace-up boot in lambskin, $1,700 The low profile on this Celine spring/summer 2026 boxing boot lands somewhere between a boxing shoe and a ballet flat.
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This piece looks and feels much more luxe than its $134 price tag would imply thanks to the buttery soft Italian leather construction and sheepskin lining.
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The boots are crafted with soft sheepskin, which naturally wicks away moisture.
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“Cordovan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cordovan. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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