Elegant or elegant means stylish and sophisticated, graceful and refined--
Everyone remarked on her elegant ensemble.
We want an elegant look, nothing rustic or quaint.
Eloquent or eloquent describes speech that is persuasive, moving, and expressive--
The speaker was eloquent; many of the listeners were moved to support his campaign.
One eloquent speech can do more to move voters than a hundred ads.
Now that you know that, you can say--
"He was elegant in dress, eloquent in speech, and very popular with the crowds."
Note--"Elegance" is the noun ( thing or idea ) form of "elegant"--
Her fans admired her grace and elegance.
"Eloquence" is the noun ( thing or idea ) form of "eloquent"--
His eloquence persuaded many people to vote for him.
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