adjective / noun

luxe

LUKS/lʌks/

Elegant comfort or luxurious quality.

The velvet handbag, gold clasp, and silk scarf create a luxe ensemble.

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Etymology

luxeLatinexcess, extravagance, magnificence

Latin luxus combined excess and extravagance with magnificence. Luxe draws on that sumptuous side, describing a style or quality marked by luxury and elegance.

In context

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it just feels very rich very luxe it is a stretch sateen one of my other really super favorite fabrics it's got a subtle Sheen to it

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More examples

The silk lining adds a touch of luxe.
She pairs a luxe cashmere sweater with jeans.
The bathroom feels luxe without being overly fancy.

Forms

luxe

luxury noun — Great comfort or costly, pleasurable indulgence.

Similar words

luxurious: Luxurious more directly describes lavish comfort, materials, or surroundings.
elegant: Elegant emphasizes graceful refinement without necessarily suggesting costly comfort.
opulent: Opulent suggests conspicuous wealth and richness, often beyond simple comfort.