Dandy

A dandy is man unduly concerned with looking stylish and fashionable. Dandies pay a lot of attention to their physical appearance, language, and hobbies. In the 19th century Britain, dandies often went out immaculately bathed, well-dressed, and drenched in sweet-smelling perfume.

Background in Britain George Bryan Beau Brummel was one of the most famous 19th century dandies in Britain. He was not from an aristocratic background, yet he was "famous for being famous". He never went anywhere without being well-shaved and well-dressed. By the mid-19th century, refined dandyism was regarded as an essential strand of male Englishness.

Famous Dandies in Britain

Oscar Wilde
Beau Brummell
Vesta Tilley