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sharkskin

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Recent Examples of sharkskin At the end of the film, Sandy Olsson (played by the late, great Olivia Newton-John) emerges for the splashy closing number wearing a leather moto jacket, skintight sharkskin pants, and heels. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2025 In addition to stamp sales (with proceeds benefiting the marine research society), Leicester planned to sell a Sea Turtle Cookery Book bound in sharkskin and a small newspaper titled the Times of New Atlantis. — Fred Nadis, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 July 2024 Chef George grated the wasabi with a sharkskin grater, telling me that 99% of Japanese restaurants do not use real wasabi. — Margie Goldsmith, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2022 The low-pressure vortex helps to suck the sharkskin forward through the water. — Elizabeth Preston, Discover Magazine, 14 Feb. 2012

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Noun

Two years later, Lula picks him up, hands him his snakeskin jacket, and takes him to see the thrash metal band Powermad.

— Daisy Jones, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2026
Slinging a snakeskin print side bag over one shoulder, Lou posed with fellow nepo babies Jaden Smith and Paris Jackson at the event.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of snakeskin

Noun

Kardashian, who rarely misses an opportunity to dip into the fashion archives, wore a sculptural black crocodile jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier’s fall 2004 collection for Hermès, sourced from Arch Couture.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026
In April came a new visual identity, notably with an evolution of its logo and nods to its archives including René Lacoste’s handwriting and graphics in line with the work of Robert George, the illustrator behind the first crocodile sketch.

— Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of crocodile

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The product that won is his Nexus drawstring handbag made of Premium Vachetta leather, goatskin leather and suede, featuring intricate, sculptural weaving.

— Madison Collins, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
The goatskin leather is machine-washable and will not dry out or shrink.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of goatskin

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Pieces spotlighted in the campaign imagery include the Starlet, Gucci duffel and GG Marmont bags, along with the Paparazzo in supple suede calfskin.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
Isaia cashmere scarf, $750; Dior silk tie, $300; Ferragamo calfskin oxfords, $1,590; Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Monoface Small Seconds in 18-karat pink gold, $27,000; Il Bisonte leather card case, $140; Stefano Ricci crocodile belt, $2,800.

— Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of calfskin

Noun

Cue designs that turn the alligator into articulated geometries that rest against the collarbone, dangle from earlobes or curl around fingers and wrists.

— Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026
The Southport Police Department called in Officer Katie Ward of Animal Protective Services to catch the alligator and haul it to a wilderness area.

— Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of alligator

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As a new baseball season gets underway, here’s hoping that the owners’ memories are jolted by the smell of Cracker Jack® and horsehide.

— Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Garvey, the former Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres first baseman and National League most valuable player in 1974, has played the baseball card to the hilt, even passing out autographed horsehides at many campaign stops.

— Thomas Elias, The Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2024

Definition of horsehide

Noun

The alpine lodge features just four private timber and stone-hewn chalets, all kitted out with sheepskin carpets and possum fur-throws.

— Luke Abrahams, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026
The boots feature a plush wool-blend lining, a water-repellent sheepskin upper, and an outsole designed for better traction, durability, and comfort.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Oct. 2026

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