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Adjective
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The bed’s half-moon silhouette is elegant and the perfect space-saving design for tighter gardens or patios.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Aug. 2025 -
Not only do Loewe’s interior scents—like its refreshing cucumber fragrance—smell wonderful, but the elegant bottles make attractive ornaments for your bookshelf or coffee table.—
Katherine Burns Olson,
Architectural Digest,
25 Aug. 2025
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And then there’s Koumba Diabaté, an affable, elaborately dapper Mauritanian who greets the end of the world by living it up.—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
5 Dec. 2025
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Prince William, meanwhile, was dapper in a Windsor tail coat with white tie, plus his Most Noble Order of the Garter Sash with the Lesser George and Great Master of the Most Honourable Order of the Bath neck order, among other regalia and medals.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
3 Dec. 2025
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According to the editors, both of these books embody the company’s ethos by modeling formal ambition, emotional depth, and a willingness to engage difficult questions.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The service The service is formal, but friendly and attentive, and the concierge showed an enthusiastic passion for the city that created moments for interest and exploration beyond the Guggenheim.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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For travelers who want something dressier than a sneaker but more practical than a typical ballet flat, these strike a smart balance.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2026
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From paperbag shorts for everyday wear to flowy styles, vacation looks, and dressy trousers that even work for the office, shop our favorite shorts to complete every summer wardrobe—no denim needed.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
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The North Face is known for its stylish yet functional jackets, like this insulated parka that comes in several shades, including a trendy chocolate shade.—
Cai Cramer,
PEOPLE,
11 Dec. 2025
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Josie’s design of Sister Europe is rich, playful and stylish—the magpie in me is super drawn to her glimmering illustration and colour choices.—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
11 Dec. 2025
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“Spiffed-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spiffed-up. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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