Vandyke

See also: vandyke

English
Portrait of Charles I from three angles by Anthony van Dyck. Features both a Vandyke beard and a Vandyke collar.

Alternative forms

Etymology

Named after 17th century Flemish painter Anthony van Dyck.

Noun

Vandyke (plural Vandykes)

  1. A style of facial hair which has both a mustache and goatee but with all cheek hair shaven.
  2. A style of dress or collar similar to those in Anthony van Dyck's portrait paintings.
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