The last such was the fey and feckless Houbert, who seemed to prefer elaborate social events to the business of running a base.

Volunteers vied to raise the most money at elaborate events.

The trips became a more elaborate annual event, and the staff would eventually visit six of the world's continents.

In the past, the Gala was an elaborate event involving a marquee for dancing, a flower show and races around the green.

The exhibition is the latest and most elaborate event yet in what is known as the Honeymoon Project.

It was an elaborate public event which served as a formal recognition and legitimation of her accession.

It became the scene of many elaborate social events as well as sailing competition.

The audio release was held on 25 September and was an elaborate event.

She fell into the role of leadership instinctively, for she'd had ample practice at planning and organizing large and elaborate events.

In Toraja society, the funeral ritual is the most elaborate and expensive event.