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Birkenstock Gizeh Sandal Upgrade your flip-flops with the Gizeh’s sturdy thong silhouette and luxe nubuck leather.
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Gabriela Garcia, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2025
Hoka’s Kaha 3 GTX ($240) is one of the best boots available, blending soft nubuck leather, Vibram Megagrip sole and bags of cushioning.
—Chris Haslam, Wired News, 16 Oct. 2025
Executed in Nwigwe’s signature mint and chalk, the sneaker combines hairy suede, nubuck leather and textile.
—Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 21 Aug. 2025
Each watch is paired with a light gray nubuck strap made by Delugs and lined in rubber for durability and comfort.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
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Gabriela Garcia, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2025
Hoka’s Kaha 3 GTX ($240) is one of the best boots available, blending soft nubuck leather, Vibram Megagrip sole and bags of cushioning.
—Chris Haslam, Wired News, 16 Oct. 2025
Executed in Nwigwe’s signature mint and chalk, the sneaker combines hairy suede, nubuck leather and textile.
—Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 21 Aug. 2025
Each watch is paired with a light gray nubuck strap made by Delugs and lined in rubber for durability and comfort.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nubuck
suede
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The suede material is water-resistant and will stretch over time in order to form to your foot.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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Finish with a Lisa Yang beanie and Cuyana wrap scarf; a pair of Christen suede clogs grounds the look.—
Andrea Zendejas,
Vogue,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Nubuck.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nubuck. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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