Foppishly is an adverb used to describe a man's overly elaborate and exaggerated dressing style. Its synonyms include dandyish, ostentatious, flashy, flamboyant, showy, and pretentious. These words all denote a man who is more concerned with his appearance than with substance. A foppish man is typically perceived as self-absorbed, shallow, and vain. These synonyms can also be used to describe someone who is acting overly proud or conceited, and whose mannerisms are affected or insincere. In contrast, understated, simple, classy, elegant, sophisticated, and refined are synonyms for a more conservative, stylish, and balanced fashion sense that emphasizes taste rather than showmanship.