patent leather
noun
pat·ent leather
ˈpa-tᵊn(t)- 
British usually ˈpā-
: a leather with a hard smooth glossy surface
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In New York, riding and thigh-high boots took center stage, whilst in Milan, Tod’s showcased high patent leather boots and at Aquazzura’s presentation there were shaggy shearling boots.
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Sandra Salibian, WWD, 17 Mar. 2025
The same method as cleaning linoleum works for buffing scratches or scuffs out of patent leather, soft white leather, sneaker midsoles, or vinyl.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 17 Mar. 2025
Opt for patent leather or rich suede for a polished feel, or embrace trending mesh styles for a modern touch.
—Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, Ade wore a custom Grey Clothiers black tuxedo with an ivory vest, Tom Ford Edgar patent leather loafers, and pearl cufflinks.
—Megan Pinckney Rutherford, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
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Sandra Salibian, WWD, 17 Mar. 2025
The same method as cleaning linoleum works for buffing scratches or scuffs out of patent leather, soft white leather, sneaker midsoles, or vinyl.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 17 Mar. 2025
Opt for patent leather or rich suede for a polished feel, or embrace trending mesh styles for a modern touch.
—Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, Ade wore a custom Grey Clothiers black tuxedo with an ivory vest, Tom Ford Edgar patent leather loafers, and pearl cufflinks.
—Megan Pinckney Rutherford, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025
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“Patent leather.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patent%20leather. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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patent leather
noun
pat·ent leather
ˌpat-ᵊn(t)-
: a leather with a hard smooth glossy surface
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