Dandy style is not only a style for men but also for women. The image is stylish and sophisticated, strong and determined - the embodiment of a bright personality.

Once upon a time, the first dandy "Handsome Brummel", instead of pretentious outfits with bright flashy colors, suggested an elegant suit, behind the outward simplicity of which a real aristocratic chic was hidden. "You have to stand out in such a way that you don't stand out," asserted George Brummel.



London. XVIII century. George Brummel (1778 - 1840), or simply "handsome Brummel".

George Brummel is an English dandy of the Regency era, and it is he who is considered the creator of the classic men's suit. And in addition to creating a man's suit, he taught men to dress like a man, to take care not just of their appearance, but of the purity of their bodies ...

George Brummel entered the palace of the Prince of Wales, under his influence the future King of England George IV revised and changed his wardrobe. He became a legendary figure, Balzac, Baudelaire, Conan Doyle wrote about him in their works, dozens of aphorisms and various stories are associated with him.

George Brummell had a beautiful, well-groomed appearance and original demeanor. He had a special way of behaving in society — a certain amount of contempt with exquisite politeness. The famous English poet Byron (1788 - 1824) singled out only three great people among his contemporaries, whose clothing style was called "dandy": Napoleon, Brummell and myself.



Brummel was the "Napoleon" in secular society. He dressed impeccably and elegantly, there was never anything pretentious in his clothes, but there was always a small but noticeable shocking detail. For example, some kind of deeply thought-out negligence, like an unbuttoned button on a vest, or a tie, as it were in a hurry, or a stray neckerchief. But all these "negligence" then turned out to be the strokes that brought the image to perfection.


George Brummell dictated taste to hereditary aristocrats and became a style icon. Brummel's style began to be called the dandy style (translated from English - "dandy").

George Brummell wrote the book "Man's and Women's Suit" for his followers and fans, in which he pointed out the main principle of the dandy's style - "If you want to be well dressed, you don't have to wear what catches your eye." By preaching the principles of conspicuous inconspicuousness and deliberate negligence, Brummel thereby indicated the basic law that defines the aesthetics of the male English costume.

The main signs of dandy style for men and women

1. Outward simplicity of clothing, combined with a very expensive fabric and impeccable cut.

2.In the color scheme, muted colors are predominant: brown, plum, olive, bronze, light gray, sand, beige shades.

3. A very important role for a dandy is played by a tie that adorns a white shirt.




Emancipated women the modern era and Art Deco began to get involved in men's clothing. Thanks to Chanel, more than one item from the men's wardrobe has moved to the women's. So why not put these items together for a dandy look. Chanel, Zinaida Gippius, Georges Sand, Marlene Dietrich and many others who are bold and free from all principles have proved that a woman in a tailcoat or a tuxedo is so erotic.



And to all of the above should be added - impeccable appearance and the habit of dressing exquisitely and elegantly.



Today, the dandy's feminine style has changed somewhat under the influence of the latest fashion trends, which require - mix and match ....

However, strict jackets, men's cut trousers, blouses, skirts, ties, scarves, frills, hats and men's shoes must be included in the women's wardrobe. As jewelry - cufflinks, with precious metals and stones, brooches, original buttons.



A woman dressed in "inconspicuous" clothes will not get lost in the crowd. She will look feminine and elegant, at the same time emphatically erotic, and elements of a man's wardrobe will emphasize her seductive sensuality.

In the image of a dandy, a woman should be able to present herself without pretense, to master the cultural language of dandyism: cold politeness, inaccessibility, detachment. This woman knows how to look directly in the eyes and withstand any look. Her gait is unhurried, facial expressions and words under the influence of internal control.