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Recent Examples of patent leather
Worn with black tights and a skirt or jeans and a sweater, these Franco Sarto patent leather Carolyn loafers offer an elegant touch for safely navigating cobblestoned streets.
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Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 28 Feb. 2026
Kim wore a brown nubuck jacket (a more durable alternative to suede, yet still a bit fussy) with a glossy, orange-red patent leather pencil skirt.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026
The thing that makes this a real look, of course, is the patent leather pumps.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 4 Feb. 2026
The actress wore the pointedly potent Christian Louboutin So Kate shoe, a patent leather pump with a 4.74-inch stiletto heel ($945).
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
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Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 28 Feb. 2026
Kim wore a brown nubuck jacket (a more durable alternative to suede, yet still a bit fussy) with a glossy, orange-red patent leather pencil skirt.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2026
The thing that makes this a real look, of course, is the patent leather pumps.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 4 Feb. 2026
The actress wore the pointedly potent Christian Louboutin So Kate shoe, a patent leather pump with a 4.74-inch stiletto heel ($945).
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patent leather
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Harrier and Howell's vanity hits all the right notes—it's finished in high-gloss ivory lacquer, and the mirror is wrapped in a beautiful neutral suede.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
23 Apr. 2026
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While the blend of leather and suede gives these sneakers a polished feel, the white stripes add a subtle touch of sportiness.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Apr. 2026
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Jesus never talked about children or the elderly and wisely remained a bachelor with no kids but did date casually and was apparently very good-looking.—
John Kenney,
New Yorker,
23 Apr. 2026
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But the status quo is upended by the arrival of Kyra Marshall (Anika Noni Rose), a woman with young kids who wants a stop sign for safety reasons.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
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The incident marks the second crocodile attack reported in the region this year, Western Australia Parks and Wildlife Service told 9News.—
Gina Kalsi,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Also featured in the auction is a holy grail Birkin in coveted matte white Himalaya Niloticus crocodile.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Caspian Sea, between Europe and Asia, is only about a third as salty as the open ocean and has a number of endemic species, including a little seal with no ears.—
Rosa Lyster,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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They are spread out across six zones, including Red Rocks (tigers, zebra and giraffes), Lakeside Crossing (sea lions, seals and stingrays) and the immersive River’s Edge (elephants, cheetahs and hippos).—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
23 Apr. 2026
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During your visit, keep an eye close to the ground to spot spider antelope horn, prairie ragwort, and even prickly pear cactus.—
Erika Ebsworth-Goold,
Midwest Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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Herds of zebra, gazelle, antelope, and wildebeest passed by, then we were whisked into a quiet clearing where the team had set up a stunning bush lunch.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Apr. 2026
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Cushy seating is ideal for napping, reading, working from home, or avoiding the news of course, especially when done up in decadent velvet or plush sheepskin.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
9 Apr. 2026
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The new policy doesn’t cover taxidermy or byproduct materials such as leather, sheepskin, wool or mohair.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
6 Apr. 2026
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Southport is about a 160-mile drive southeast from downtown Raleigh and alligator are native to the area.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Apr. 2026
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The menu features crowd-pleasing staples like shrimp and grits, hush puppies, and pimento cheese, while more adventurous eaters can try fried alligator.—
Abby Price,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Apr. 2026
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In a year that saw mostly pastel gowns, Robbie went bold with a snakeskin-print gown and a black clutch from The Row.—
Katherine J Igoe,
InStyle,
14 Mar. 2026
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Case in point: The marble fireplace in his home has custom, Art Deco inspired molding, rendered in bold turquoise snakeskin.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Patent leather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patent%20leather. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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