Thesaurus results for PATENT-LEATHER

patent leather

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Definition of patent leather

as in suede

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Recent Examples of patent leather 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 The look was elevated by a sculptural vintage Alaïa patent leather corset belt from the brand’s iconic 1991 collection. — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 7 July 2026 The same mule takes on a glossier finish in black and white patent leather, both priced at $895, while a bronze calf-leather iteration is listed at $935. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 30 June 2026 The reflective finish was reminiscent of patent leather and picked up the shimmery tones on her eyes too. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for patent leather

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Noun

The Chaco Townes sandals take the brand’s famously supportive footbed and combine it with a more polished look with soft suede straps that feel far more elevated than your standard sporty sandal.

— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026
Reviewers appreciate the cushiony faux suede footbed and adjustable ankle strap.

— Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026

Definition of suede

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For older kids who have trouble adjusting to the demands on the school year, plenty of time to wind down after school and a predictable morning routine are key.

— Parents, Parents, 17 July 2026
That said, this probably won’t be even faintly legible on a home entertainment system, let alone the handheld gadgets that kids like the ones seen here prefer to watch entertainment on these days.

— Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 17 July 2026

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The set features merfolk, seals, homarids and deities that rule over the undersea plane of Nauctis amidst tensions brewing between two warring kingdoms.

— Mya Copeland, Variety, 17 July 2026
The boutique’s signature seal is the Double Cherry, rendered throughout the space in a bright red.

— Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 17 July 2026

Definition of seal

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There, in view at the same time, were three of the great African antelope trophies—trophies for which many a man has hunted hard for weeks.

— Jack O'Connor, Outdoor Life, 8 July 2026
Cedar Hollow Ranch is home to hundreds of animals, including impalas, Nubian ibexes and antelope.

— Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 June 2026

Definition of antelope

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The crossover sandals are made from a smooth, soft-to-the-touch Italian sheepskin leather, while a cushioned OrthoLite footbed provides all-day comfort.

— Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026
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

Definition of sheepskin

Noun

In the photos — which have been formatted to look like a TIME cover shoot, in partnership with the magazine itself — Digger dons a beige cowboy hat, a gray suit, a bolo tie, and snakeskin boots.

— Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026
Adidas put Bad Bunny in its World Cup ad and a $160 F50 sneaker on shelves, then handed its Predator boot to Hermès designer Grace Wales Bonner, who produced a $350 snakeskin version.

— Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026

Definition of snakeskin

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