How to Use elegant in a Sentence
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With a hint of stretch and a tailored fit, this shorts set feels elegant, not frumpy.
— Paula Lee, Glamour, 12 Oct. 2023 -
Sporting event or not, Kate always dresses the part of the princess, down to the elegant high-heeled shoes.
— Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 6 July 2023 -
Part of that is because there isn’t an elegant way to add scents to bulky VR gear.
— Victoria Song, The Verge, 9 May 2023 -
The edgy style was all over the fall 2024 runways at shows like Miu Miu, where they were paired with elegant skirts.
— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 12 June 2024 -
Grant wore an elegant, aqua blue dress, while Reeves donned a crisp navy-blue suit with a gray scarf.
— Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 8 July 2024 -
For the night out, the Rare Objects director wore a black-and-white look that was elegant and just the right amount of messy.
— Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 15 June 2023 -
The gift was filled with elegant pink and white roses and stood just as tall as Brunson.
— Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 17 Jan. 2024 -
The elegant leather bag also comes in a warm brown or a beige hue for a timeless look.
— Brittany Vanderbill, Travel + Leisure, 7 May 2024 -
The final result was fun and easy to make, and feels regal and elegant to wear.
— Angel Saunders, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024 -
The style hits right below the knee and is perfect for pairing over a pair of jeans or with an elegant skirt.
— Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2023 -
The German army hurried to replace the HS.30 with a more elegant design: the Marder.
— David Axe, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2023 -
The elegant pieces are made from rich teak and gleaming stainless steel.
— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 May 2023 -
The lamp has an elegant look to it thanks to its antique bronze finish and khaki burlap shade.
— Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2022 -
The singular blush pink bulb makes this space a perfect blend of elegant and on-trend.
— Kate McGregor, House Beautiful, 10 May 2023 -
The ride itself feels elegant and romantic; the sea was smooth as glass.
— Dakota Kim, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2023 -
But perhaps the show is best summed up by the elegant cursive letters sewn onto the back of the boxer’s white robes.
— Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2024 -
Blunt, 40 — who is the sister of actress Emily Blunt — looked elegant in a sharp red suit.
— Phil Boucher, Peoplemag, 12 Feb. 2023 -
Kravitz kept the elegant look simple and wore a couple of rings and one pair of dangle drop earrings that had a star charm.
— Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 9 Aug. 2024 -
Soft in the mouth with elegant tannins, dark and red fruit, somewhat complex with mocha on the finish.
— Tom Mullen, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2023 -
This elegant jumpsuit proves that the style can be dressy enough for formal events while still being no-fuss to pack.
— Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2024 -
The arrival of fall is the ideal time to wear a satin blouse—the runway's answer to looking elegant this season.
— Paulina Berges, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024 -
On a whim, Bryan added a simple sail to the wooden board to create a basic but elegant sailboat.
— Kate Wheeling, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2023 -
Applied to rigid denim, the result is relaxed yet elegant—and so easy to try at home.
— Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2024 -
These elegant drop earrings bring the right amount of sparkle to any look without costing a small fortune.
— Sarah Maberry, Town & Country, 10 July 2023 -
Just don't miss the elegant fireside dinners in the rustic-chic Main House dining room.
— Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2024 -
On paper—pardon the pun—the idea seemed simple and elegant, but the system has one flaw worth noting.
— Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 10 Apr. 2023 -
The dresses and gowns this week were just as elegant, thought the memo seemed to be less about statement dressing, and more about looks that felt fresh yet timeless.
— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2024 -
There’s a touch of crushed oyster shell and bright acidity in the elegant finish.
— Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 9 May 2024 -
This Coach tote is sleek, elegant, and super versatile; get it as a gift for a loved one this holiday season, or grab it to treat yourself!
— Clara McMahon, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024 -
Keep the maximalist moment going and style yours with a fabulous faux fur coat, hero handbag, and great boot for easy, yet elegant dressing 24/7.
— Laura Jackson, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
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