dandyism

noun

dan·​dy·​ism ˈdan-dē-ˌi-zəm 

1

: the style or conduct of a dandy

2

: a literary and artistic style of the latter part of the 19th century marked by artificiality and excessive refinement

Examples of dandyism in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This fall, the Louis Vuitton men’s creative director examines the transatlantic cultural exchange that was central to classic collegiate style, marrying rowing aesthetics with dandyism. —Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2025

This brand is so rooted in black dandyism and black fashion. —Chris Perugini, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025

Whether leaning into Black dandyism or embracing off-kilter wigs, the rapper-musician has sustained his level of expression through music and clothing throughout his music career. —Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 6 Aug. 2025

The exhibition, which explores the importance of clothing and style to the formation of Black identities in the Atlantic diaspora, will be arranged by 12 characteristics of Black dandyism. —Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025

The exhibition explores the evolution of Black dandyism in a masterful way. —Taryn Finley, Refinery29, 6 May 2025

Alicia Keys, Teyana Taylor, Savannah James and more incorporated pinstripes into their respective looks, paying homage to Black dandyism. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019

Word History

First Known Use

1819, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for dandyism

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