How to Use nubuck in a Sentence

nubuck

noun
  • Never wash suede or nubuck coats.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
  • The core for men are loafers and casual lace-ups in soft leathers and nubucks.
    — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
  • Keep in Mind The nubuck leather is less durable than other leathers. Cushy and comfortable, this couch is incredibly cozy thanks to the suede-like French nubuck material.
    — Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Jan. 2025
  • The midcalf boots are crafted in Italy and made with black nubuck leather.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 26 Nov. 2025
  • Choose from four styles including black leather and cognac nubuck.
    — Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 27 Mar. 2023
  • The kicks are made of the same nubuck leather that Timberland stans have come to know and love.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 21 Dec. 2023
  • Shaggy suede, smoother nubuck and mesh form the upper with gray, blue and several shades of green.
    — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
  • These include a nubuck cleaning brush for surface cleaning, as well as a nylon brush to clean the treads.
    — Sian Babish, chicagotribune.com, 23 Dec. 2020
  • Made from soft nubuck leather, these loafers in a unique silhouette break in wonderfully and will age with style.
    — Christian Gollayan, menshealth.com, 4 Apr. 2023
  • Across two parts, options include boots and boat shoes in hues of red, pink or beige, done in nubuck leather or with a glossy patent finish.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
  • The shoe is made of nubuck leather, which is why this sneaker is on the pricier side (a pair will run you $219).
    — April Benshosan, Health, 5 May 2023
  • Our top pick is this trendy style from Vionic, which comes in chic leather or soft nubuck (a textile that mimics suede but is more durable).
    — Chloe Irving, Health.com, 8 Dec. 2021
  • Having tested the shoes on both the treadmill and rain-soaked trails, what struck me most was the strength of the polyurethane foam sole and thin nubuck leather uppers.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2023
  • This member of the trilogy is complete with a complementary moss-green nubuck leather strap.
    — Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 1 June 2023
  • 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
  • The soft insoles molded to my feet like slippers, and the nubuck leather was perfect out of the box without a long and painful break-in period.
    — Alice Bennett, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Only best-quality hides are used for nubuck, which is marketed as a luxury product.
    — Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 11 Aug. 2023
  • The nubuck/mesh upper is durable and breathable, with an elastic cord lace system that eliminates the hassle of re-tying your laces.
    — Danny Perez, Popular Mechanics, 2 Oct. 2022
  • These are typically made of synthetic microfiber that is made to resemble nubuck leather.
    — Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025
  • Made from thick, water-resistant nubuck leather covering a steel toe box, these boots will keep your precious feet well-protected.
    — Joel Balsam, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023
  • Earth tones dominate, and materials like snakeskin, dusty suedes, nubuck and buttery napa are key.
    — Lily Templeton, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025
  • This smart-looking slip-on is available in a variety of materials, including faux nubuck and leather.
    — Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Material wise, the style is expected to feature premium suede, nubuck and leather.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
  • The premium pair combines leather, nubuck and suede with metallic gold hardware and vintage-esque pre-yellowed midsoles.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 3 May 2026
  • Most importantly, preventing dust, dirt, stain and sudden rain showers with a spray suitable for nubuck and suede, and by giving it a good brush.
    — Esther Newman, refinery29.com, 4 Sep. 2024
  • The interior has also been soundproofed and fully-trimmed in nubuck leather, Alcantara and high-end wood.
    — Gary Gastelu, Fox News, 17 May 2018
  • Crafted from extra-thick oiled nubuck leather, this two-strap sandal delivers the brand’s signature support with a winter-ready twist.
    — Gabriela Garcia, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2025
  • Cushy and comfortable, this couch is incredibly cozy thanks to the suede-like French nubuck material.
    — Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Jan. 2025
  • The style’s key color is a bright Varsity Maize yellow, which coats the entirety of the upper’s nubuck base.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Then take a suede eraser, like the Kiwi suede and nubuck stain eraser or the Reshoevn8r nubuck suede shoe cleaner kit, to get rid of marks and dirt.
    — Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 May 2024

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