Dandified

usgb/ˈdændɪfaɪd/
adjective

Being overly concerned about one's appearance or style, especially when the style imitates the fashion of the past.

He was a dandified man, always seen in a suit with a cane at his side.
Visual representation of "dandified" - Being overly concerned about one's appearance or style, especially when the style imitates the fashion of the past.

Often appears as...

  • dandified gentleman
  • dandified attire
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Historical Fashion

Associated with old-fashioned elegance, like someone dressed from a historical period.

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Walking into the ballroom, his dandified attire seemed to transport us back to the Victorian era.
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Modern Rarity

It is unusual today, pointing to a unique taste in style.

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In his dandified bow tie and vest, he stood out from the crowd at the contemporary art gallery.
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Often Extravagant

May imply an elaborate or showy manner of dress, not just being well-dressed.

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His dandified get-up, complete with a silk top hat, caught everyone's attention.
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