suede

Definition of suedenext

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Recent Examples of suede Beauty is always finding inspiration in fashion, and the latest makeup trend comes from buttery-soft suede. Jeanne Ballion, Vogue, 8 June 2026 The shoes also have a 100-percent suede upper and come in 11 colors, including pair-with-anything neutrals and statement-making shades like red and blue. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026 Hermès leather goods were on display, including on Keyla, who wore a vintage black skirt with zippers running up the front and back and a suede top. Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2026 Barros recommends prepping shoes—particularly leather and suede shoes—by coating them in a protective spray before their first wear. Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for suede
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suede
Noun
  • The brand debuted an entirely new family of mules crafted in polished calfskin and suede, alongside expanded colorways for bestsellers such as the Matt New and Chris.
    Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 21 June 2026
  • Courtesy of Swatch Courtesy of Swatch To go with the calfskin lanyards, there will purportedly also be longer lanyards and desk clock holders (in eight colors, naturally) available online.
    Jeremy White, Wired News, 12 May 2026
Noun
  • Faux snakeskin takes the place of the woven Kevlar panel that usually defines the model, while the long mudguard beneath is rendered in black nubuck.
    Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 23 June 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
Noun
  • The Nike Air Force 1 Low has taken on denim and patent leather uppers separately, and now a material exercise is somehow combining both at once.
    Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 23 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
Noun
  • 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
  • The boots are crafted with soft sheepskin, which naturally wicks away moisture.
    Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 3 June 2026
Noun
  • It is designed for total adaptability, with an adjustable and removable crossbody strap and an interior featuring a triple compartment and slip pocket lined in luxurious nappa lambskin.
    Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 21 May 2026
  • Celine ballet high lace-up boot in lambskin, $1,700 The low profile on this Celine spring/summer 2026 boxing boot lands somewhere between a boxing shoe and a ballet flat.
    Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • 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
  • 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
Noun
  • The breadth of accessories increases season after season, with summer loafers and sneakers crafted from fine leathers, such as deerskin, and leather and canvas bags.
    Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
  • Some of the Native Americans depicted in these pages are clad with only a deerskin loincloth.
    Peter C. Mancall, The Conversation, 25 May 2026
Noun
  • Get Tough Purchase ones made from cowhide, goatskin, or pigskin leather or abrasion-resistant canvas that will be harder for thorns to penetrate.
    Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
  • The first violins were strung with sheep intestines, while early timpanis bore heads made from goatskin.
    Walden Green, Pitchfork, 13 Mar. 2026

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“Suede.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suede. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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