phrase General Slang

eleganza extravaganza

· phrase · drag

Extreme, opulent elegance; a high-fashion runway category.

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Elegance turned all the way up. 'Eleganza' is opulent, high-fashion glamour, and 'eleganza extravaganza' is the maximalist version of it. On Drag Race it's a runway theme demanding a couture-level look. Off the runway it's any over-the-top display of luxe.

“Category is: eleganza extravaganza, so bring couture or go home.”
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eleganza extravaganza In A Sentence

Category is: eleganza extravaganza, so bring couture or go home.

Origin & Usage

A signature RuPaul's Drag Race runway category and catchphrase, introduced by RuPaul's 'Category is...' format; 'eleganza' is mock-Italianate flair for elegance.

People Also Ask

What does eleganza extravaganza mean?

It refers to extreme, opulent elegance — specifically a high-fashion runway category showcasing over-the-top glamour.

How do you use eleganza extravaganza in a sentence?

"For tonight's category, the theme is eleganza extravaganza, so bring your most jaw-dropping high-fashion looks."

Where does eleganza extravaganza come from?

It comes from ballroom and drag culture and was popularized widely by RuPaul's Drag Race as a runway category name.

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