Photos: Just dandy
Menswear as an artform has remained tucked away. Rhode Island School of Design’s “Artist/Rebel/Dandy” rectifies some of the oversight.
Dashing Tweeds Archive
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RISD looks at innovative garments worn by men who were once defined by derogatory terms such as “cream puff” or “pantywaist.”
Bernard Boutet de Monvel
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While the slurs and antiquated descriptions have fallen away, the fine craftsmanship and flair of the dandy’s wardrobe have not.
Ignacio Quiles
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Dandies defined both themselves and their world by ascots and plaid vests. Pictured, a Baudouin Mouanda photo of the Sapeurs de Bacongo.
M.I.A Gallery
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The RISD exhibit co-curators were looking to create an experience that goes deeper than the threadbare adage “The clothes make the man.”
Erik Gould
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Modern bespoke suits, classic illustrations, historically important shoes, and current photographs are arranged without regard to era.
Erik Gould
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The exhibit’s timeline of dandyism includes a portrait of 18th-century French dandy Auguste Vestris.
Museum of Art Rhode Island School of Design
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Andy Warhol has a chance to rub shoulders sartorially with a George (his garment pictured), Prince of Wales.
Brighton Royal Pavilion and Museums
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The common theme throughout is flair and fashion bravery not commonly seen on the street. Pictured, a Tom Medwell photo of Sebastien Horsley.
Tom Medwell
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