How to Use calfskin in a Sentence

calfskin

noun
  • Her boots are made of calfskin.
  • Made of a decadent calfskin, the bag loops through a gorgeous leather belt.
    — Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2022
  • It is fitted with a black calfskin strap to complete the stealth black look.
    — Roberta Naas, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2021
  • Almost a decade on, the shoe still fits and no other brand has swayed her out of that patent calfskin.
    — Alice Newbold, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2024
  • My favorite boots at the moment are a black Dior calfskin.
    — Christine Whitney, The Cut, 19 June 2017
  • Then comes the question of leather, with 28 shades of calfskin and 18 hues of suede at your disposal.
    — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2021
  • They’re made from full-quill ostrich on the foot and calfskin for the shaft, with stylish designs throughout.
    — Danny Perez, Popular Mechanics, 10 Mar. 2023
  • The bottle also comes with a matching soft calfskin leather case in a deep rosy shade.
    — Shannon Barbour, The Cut, 24 Apr. 2018
  • Take this pair, which features a timeless thong style with a faux calfskin strap.
    — Amanda Oliver, Peoplemag, 13 June 2024
  • Like the Honda, the TT fits like a calfskin glove and responds like an extension of the driver's arms and legs.
    — Frank Markus, Car and Driver, 1 June 2020
  • The stylish purse appears to be Chanel’s Mini Flap Bag, which is made of patent calfskin with gold-tone metal in green and blue.
    — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 30 June 2023
  • Collectors will also find the black calfskin strap, like the bezel, helps to highlight and balance the luster of the case.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 12 May 2021
  • The soles of these slippers are calfskin, which means using them to walk through the morning dusting of snow to get the mail likely isn’t the best idea.
    — James Lynch, Popular Mechanics, 23 Nov. 2018
  • The soles of these slippers are calfskin, which means using them to walk through the morning dusting of snow to get the mail likely isn’t the best idea.
    — James Lynch, Popular Mechanics, 23 Nov. 2018
  • Both come with soft calfskin leather straps in either light blue or taupe with tone-on-tone stitching.
    — Carol Besler, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2021
  • To top it off, the calfskin straps are finished in an array of contrasting hues.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2024
  • Take your pick from durable canvas or calfskin leather in neutrals.
    — Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Take your pick from durable canvas or calfskin leather in neutrals.
    — Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2024
  • As this is a very old practice, some salons enlist deer or calfskin files and cloths.
    — Tori Crowther, refinery29.com, 12 July 2024
  • The watch comes with two alligator leather and calfskin straps.
    — Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
  • The petal stilettos and the mini calfskin bucket bag were—in a stunning turn of events—also plucked from the Loewe showroom.
    — Daniel Rodgers, Glamour, 26 June 2024
  • Handy turned it over once, twice, admiring the supple calfskin, the glinting gold.
    — Jenna Ross, Star Tribune, 15 June 2021
  • Coming in three sizes—mini, XL, and medium, the calfskin leather bags appeal to those who love form and function.
    — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
  • The watch is water resistant and finished with a black calfskin leather and rubber strap.
    — Roberta Naas, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
  • Somewhere in between: a rose calfskin tote by Burberry, priced at $1,565.
    — Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2023
  • The gray calfskin strap complements the cool tones of the metal while contrasting the clean white dial and ruby cabochon on the crown.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2024
  • Thoughtful details like a high-gloss finish and calfskin leather strap make this a luxe and practical gift.
    — Sara Klausing, Men's Health, 20 Nov. 2022
  • Bottega Veneta-100% calfskin coat has a nylon hood, with drawstring through waist, cuffs and hood.
    — Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 27 Apr. 2021
  • Crafted from calfskin with a monogram print, the Speedy P9 Bandoulière 30 bag is ideal for life’s happenings.
    — Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 28 Feb. 2025
  • Dumas eventually gifted the actress a black calfskin prototype of the Birkin, suggesting that the new purse be named after her.
    — Hannah Malach, WWD, 27 Feb. 2025

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