bells and whistles
features that add to the appearance of something but do not make it function any better
If you want bells and whistles you should go to the other aisle.
bells and whistles
Features or extras to make something more unique and flavorful without necessarily adding to the utility of the primary function.
Look at all those gauges! These new Pontiacs come with ALL the bells and whistles!
Windows ME is the fuckin same as Windows 98, but with some stupid bells and whistles.
Windows ME is the fuckin same as Windows 98, but with some stupid bells and whistles.
Bells and whistles
Signature features.
The eighties single "One slip" has all the requisite bells and whistles of a classic Pink floyd tune.
President Obama's speech held all the bells and whistles of that of a true statesman.
President Obama's speech held all the bells and whistles of that of a true statesman.