The Man of Mode; or, Sir Fopling Flutter

The Man of Mode; or, Sir Fopling Flutter is a 1676 comedy of manners by Sir George Etherege. This play is celebrated for its witty dialogue and sharp satire of the social affectations and manners of Restoration-era England.12

The comedy of manners is a genre focused on depicting and often satirizing the behaviors and pretensions of a particular social class. These plays typically feature intricate plots centered around romantic entanglements and scandalous affairs, but their primary focus is on the play's atmosphere, clever dialogue, and commentary on human flaws. Etherege's play, with its character Sir Fopling Flutter, exemplifies this genre, satirizing the "foppery" or excessive vanity in dress and appearance common in the era.23