Why the word 'dude' once meant something much more flamboyant
In short: While we now use 'dude' for friends or surprise, the term once described men with eccentric fashion senses. This video explores the life of Evander Berry Wall, the man who dominated this flamboyant subculture for over fifty years.
In the 1800s, a 'dude' was a specific type of male characterized by extremely flamboyant or eccentric dress. This video traces the evolution of the term from its 19th-century roots to its modern, versatile usage as a general vocalization of confusion or a way to address an acquaintance. At the center of this fashion-conscious movement was Evander Berry Wall, a man who reigned as the undisputed king of these eccentric men for more than five decades.
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