suede

noun

Definition of suedenext
as in calfskin

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Recent Examples of suede The pairing of light-wash jeans with cream or beige suede loafers just feels so harmonious. — Alex Sales, Glamour, 17 July 2026 There’s the roomy tote that looks its best with a little patina; the blue suede clutch that works as an evening bag, but equally well as an organizer pouch. — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 16 July 2026 Crafted from supple handwoven suede, the bag has a soft texture that sits comfortably against the body while delivering an elevated, quiet-luxury look. — Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026 Prince George wore the Tod’s loafers in a brown suede colorway, but this silhouette is also available in black. — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for suede
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suede
  1. calfskin
  2. nubuck
  3. patent leather
  4. sheepskin
  5. lambskin
  6. snakeskin
  7. deerskin
  8. goatskin
Noun
  • Made in Italy, these iconic slip-on loafers feature a soft calfskin upper with a classic penny bar mid-foot, and an embossed Tod’s monogram on the tongue.
    — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
  • The Avenger Automatic 42 pairs a blue dial with a stainless-steel case and a blue calfskin leather strap accented with red stitching.
    — Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of calfskin
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
Definition of nubuck
Noun
  • 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
Definition of patent leather
Noun
  • 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
  • The collection presented by creative director Michael Rider included a reinvention of Reebok‘s Freestyle sneaker, showcasing it in distressed lambskin leather in colorways included white, dark brown and black.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 29 June 2026
  • Cardi, who is already the owner of an impressive Birkin collection by Hermès, started her haul by showcasing her new lambskin Chanel 25 Mini Handbag from the Métiers d'Art 2026 collection.
    — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
Definition of lambskin
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
Noun
  • Leather Fringe Long before America was colonized, Indigenous tribes like the Lakota and Shoshone in the Great Plains region sewed deerskin fringe trim on their garments.
    — Faran Krentcil, InStyle, 1 July 2026
  • 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
Definition of deerskin
Noun
  • The Oxfords have a lace-up front with cotton laces, goatskin lining and a leather outsole.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
  • The first violins were strung with sheep intestines, while early timpanis bore heads made from goatskin.
    — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 13 Mar. 2026
Definition of goatskin

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