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Recent Examples of patent leather
Between the patent leather toe cap and the dainty bow, these pretty burgundy ballet flats are all about adorable details.
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Jordan Julian, InStyle, 21 June 2026
When have patent leather purses ever mixed well with sandy beaches?
—Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 8 June 2026
With a glossy, faux patent leather finish, square toes, and a close, glove-like fit, these flats are both dressy and comfortable.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
The other goes full maximalist, deep, rich, patent leather tones that command the frame.
—Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2026
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Jordan Julian, InStyle, 21 June 2026
When have patent leather purses ever mixed well with sandy beaches?
—Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 8 June 2026
With a glossy, faux patent leather finish, square toes, and a close, glove-like fit, these flats are both dressy and comfortable.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
The other goes full maximalist, deep, rich, patent leather tones that command the frame.
—Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patent leather
Noun
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White leather then serves as the base with black suede used for the collar and the rest of the overlays, Swoosh included.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
18 June 2026
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The best suede brunette is at once smoky and warm, with a finish as sumptuous as your go-to thrifted jacket.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
Noun
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Take a bunch of kids who’ve never been out of East Tennessee.—
Holly Gleason,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Your support will help ease the financial burden and give Pam and her kids a sense of hope and security.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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The man arrested and charged after a 3-year-old boy wound up in a crocodile enclosure at a British zoo was released on bail Friday as the investigation continues, police said.—
Ivan Pereira,
ABC News,
19 June 2026
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The 3-year-old boy, who has not been named, was pulled out of the crocodile enclosure Thursday at Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo in Cambridgeshire, in southern England, by staff members and rushed to a local hospital.—
Adela Suliman,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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The southern elephant seal pup mortality was estimated to be 76% across a population of 17,000 seal pups born on the islands, the program said.—
Kathleen Magramo,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Make sure to use flashing tape to ensure a good seal between material, especially since a porch is going to be exposed to the elements.—
Perri Ormont Blumberg,
Architectural Digest,
19 June 2026
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Lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, hyenas and countless antelope species thrive here.—
Sarah Kingdom,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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On Saturday, May 30, Forrest Galante, a wildlife biologist and tracker, shared a video of a wild sable being airlifted for treatment after the adult antelope was discovered with its horn growing backward into its own head.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
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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.—
Essence Wiley,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
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The boots are crafted with soft sheepskin, which naturally wicks away moisture.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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The zoo said the toy apparently fell into Guinness the American alligator's habitat on Friday.—
Cecilio Padilla,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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The unlined Sahariana jacket in wool-and-linen herringbone was worn over a striped shirt, while the Travel Jacket in lightweight wool hopsack with alligator-print nubuck details reflected Brioni’s sophisticated style.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
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At just 3 months old, North was gifted several outfits during Paris Fashion Week — including a leather dress from Alexander Wang, a mini white lab coat from Maison Martin Margiela, a custom Bambi tee from Givenchy and cozy menswear-style sweaters and snakeskin slip-ons from Céline.—
Lydia Price,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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Well-versed in accessorizing, Harper completed the look with a matching turquoise bracelet, a diamond ring, a matching diamond necklace on a thin silver chain, and a snakeskin clutch.—
Staff Author,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
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“Patent leather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patent%20leather. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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