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patent leather

noun

Definition of patent leather

as in suede

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Recent Examples of patent leather This style has a breathable mesh upper that’s ideal for preventing overheating indoors and in between seasons, but the shoes are also available in faux leather, microsuede, and patent leather materials. — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026 The second suspect is described as having braids that extend past his waist who was wearing an orange-and-white Von Dutch ball cap, a dress shirt with a bow tie, white suspenders, dress pants, and patent leather dress shoes. — Dan Raby, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 For delicate items, like patent leather shoes or belts, wrap them in a clean pillowcase or soft cloth before bagging to avoid direct pressure from other frozen goods. — Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2026 Saint Laurent, Tory Burch, and Ferragamo went for high-shine metallic and patent leather skirts, while Chanel, Dries Van Noten, and Bottega Veneta offered up frilly, fringey texture. — Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for patent leather

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Noun

Think pairing suede with satin, or chunky knits with tailored shorts.

— Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 30 Aug. 2026
The suede boots featured a thigh-high design with a stiletto measuring 100 mm, just shy of a 4-inch heel.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of suede

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And suppose, additionally, that Haidt is also right, and that—for many kids—smartphones are deepening these problems and adding new ones.

— Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 4 Sep. 2026
Bakewell’s donations weren’t the only ones to pose issues for Brotherhood Crusade, which provides an array of services aimed at keeping kids from joining gangs.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026

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For the luxury fashion house’s Fall/Winter 2026-2027 shoot, Harper modeled a tiny pencil skirt and red crocodile print pumps.

— Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 4 Sep. 2026
The team focused on images of Rainbow Serpents, including one 20 feet long with a fierce crocodile head, a long tongue, and razor-sharp teeth.

— Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 1 Sep. 2026

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If the President gets his way, gold seals will be affixed to the outside of the finished building before the legal disputes are resolved.

— Antonia Hitchens, New Yorker, 4 Sep. 2026
Reindeer tartare with fig and black sesame was one of the highlights; a smoky seal yakitori was another.

— Holden Frith, TheWeek, 4 Sep. 2026

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While the tents have the most charm, imo—ivory canvas walls, Adirondack chairs on wooden porches, true beds with sheepskin throws and wooden frames—the cabins and suites are unsurprisingly the more comfortable option.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
The Zora ballet flat features a suede upper and a sheepskin lining and trim while the lightweight Quill ballet flat is covered in Spanish Merino fur and grounded by a rubber outsole, with an adjustable strap.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of sheepskin

Noun

Just a month before her sandal moment, Rihanna was spotted in July sporting Amina Muaddi Barbara boots in that same snakeskin or python design.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 23 Aug. 2026
Mix chocolate browns and olive greens with classic prints, like snakeskin and cheetah, for a unique pairing that won’t be overwhelming.

— Tessa Petak, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of snakeskin

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