A dandy (also known as a beau or gallant) is a man who places particular importance upon physical appearance, refined language, and leisurely hobbies, pursued with the appearance of nonchalance in a cult of Self.
Historically, especially in late 18th- and early 19th-century Britain, a dandy, who was self-made, often strove to imitate an aristocratic style of life despite coming from a middle-class background. -per wikipedia
Some famous dandies include:
Beau Brummell
Lord Byron
Oscar Wilde
Berry Wall, king of dudes
In the next couple days I will present some dandies I found in fiction.
Since fashion, clothes and accessories is of concern to dandies, here's a giveaway that will enable you to create something special for a dandy (or others) in your life...
Texture, Color, Desgin, And The Global Knitting Circle
by Lisa R. Myers
Vogue Knitting on the Go:
Scarves Two
by Trisha Malcolm
Knit Hats!:
15 Cool Patterns to Keep You Warm
by Gwen Steege
Open to US only.
Offer ends: December 26, 2010
TO DO:
Answer me this: Do you wear knitted scarves, hats, mittens, gloves or others AND tell me your email in comments.
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Contest has ended - winner is here
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* image source Robert de Montesquiou
