There is nothing like expensive materials, exacting workmanship, custom-made fittings and elegant appointments to create an atmosphere of exclusiveness.

At the other end was the Elite Dining Saloon, described as having 'elegant appointments'.

Karal glanced around at their "luxurious surroundings," taking in the elegant appointments.

It provided special services, elegant appointments, and luxurious decor to attract sophisticated bathers who came to Hot Springs to fraternize with their peers.

But this diner, and I suspect others, hoped to find on the new menu some of the knockout dishes Mr. Gilbert created in his last, more elegant appointment.

Those who can afford a Maybach or a Rolls are looking for a visual statement of wealth, truly elegant appointments and superior, if unobtrusive, performance.

Very Good Atmosphere Pretty dining areas with floral touches and formal, elegant appointments in a renovated Colonial house with views of golf course.

There was a curious air to the house, which I assumed was because no one had lived there for years, like a department-store display of especially elegant appointments.

Even with all the elegant appointments, though, it wasn't difficult to see why Koryta had picked the West Baden as the spooky locale of "River."

Its name is Betsy, and while it cannot fly or sail, it wins top honors for elegant appointments: a cherry-wood staircase, sandalwood detailing and brass fixtures.