1. Plural of dandyism; the practices, mannerisms, or affectations characteristic of a dandy; excessive concern with fashion, appearance, and refined taste.
Usage: Usually used in the plural or as a mass noun; Often carries a mildly critical or humorous tone

Examples

• His dandyisms included perfectly pressed cravats and imported cologne.
• The 18th-century aristocrat was known for his dandyisms and elaborate wigs.
• She dismissed his dandyisms as mere vanity and superficiality.
• The novel satirizes the dandyisms of the upper class through its protagonist.
• His collection of rare fabrics and tailored suits reflected his dandyisms.
• Critics often mocked the dandyisms of Victorian gentlemen.