How to Use elegant in a Sentence

elegant

adjective
  • The next woman to speak is older and the most elegant in the room.
    Mary Gordon, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2022
  • With a hint of stretch and a tailored fit, this shorts set feels elegant, not frumpy.
    Paula Lee, Glamour, 12 Oct. 2023
  • Not far away, the elegant curve of a humpback broke through the surface.
    Chloe Berge, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2025
  • 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
  • The drape back adds an elegant touch and the side slits allow for movement.
    Raena Loper, Good Housekeeping, 25 May 2022
  • 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
  • These simple yet elegant cakes can do the same for your evening.
    Sydney Odman, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 June 2022
  • 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
  • Meanwhile, William looked elegant in a dark navy suit, white shirt, and bright blue-and-red tie.
    Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 22 June 2022
  • The bowls are universal and have nice high sides that feel elegant and shapely in the hand.
    Laura Denby, People.com, 13 Dec. 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
  • The style was elegant and practical, sans any pesky heel height.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
  • The light and silky cleansing foam, enriched with shea butter, feels elegant and soothing to the skin.
    Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 30 Sep. 2022
  • Best Jewelry Gift Like a slim and elegant belt for your wrist, this leather bracelet touts a clean weave and a great tongue-in-groove clasp.
    John Thompson, Men's Health, 18 Nov. 2022
  • On top of that, the elegant glass vessel and bright green shade make burning this even more special.
    Katie Chang, Forbes, 24 Apr. 2022
  • Blunt, 40 — who is the sister of actress Emily Blunt — looked elegant in a sharp red suit.
    Phil Boucher, Peoplemag, 12 Feb. 2023
  • Here, whole peeled tomatoes form the basis of a sauce in an elegant skillet meal.
    Washington Post, 23 Apr. 2022
  • Everyday Elegance, Achieved The foundation of any chic spring capsule wardrobe begins with an elegant white dress.
    Laura Jackson, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2025
  • Plush seating invites you to unwind, while the adjacent open-concept kitchen—decked out with state-of-the-art appliances and a spacious island—is perfect for everything from casual breakfasts to elegant dinner parties.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025

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