THE preppy style It’s a classic from the 70s that quietly rehearsed for a comeback until finally dominating the fashion scene. The term that names this aesthetic comes from Preparatory School, the name given to private boarding schools in the United States and England. It is from the uniforms of these institutions that the trend borrows its key pieces: knitted vests, pleated skirts, tailoring and so on.
Did you think of Gossip Girl? So you already have the offer. College, vintage and sophisticated are keywords in this style. If we calmly look at some of the trends of recent seasons, we realize that this comeback has been in the works for some time. The sock loafers were a clear spoiler of this comeback and the tailoring itself deals with the preppy aesthetic.
See what the key elements of this style are and tips to join the trend.
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PARIS, FRANCE – OCTOBER 03: Justyna Czerniak wears sunglasses, gold earrings, a white oversized shirt with long puffy sleeves worn as a dress, a black and white plaid sleeveless double-breasted jacket, a Bottega Veneta, a large gold Hermes belt. bag, black shiny leather knee high boots outside Hermes during Paris Fashion Week – Womenswear Spring Summer 2021 on October 3, 2020 in Paris, France. (Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)
There is no print that resembles preppy style more than plaid. Mainly scotch and pied de poule. These were very common patterns on elite school uniforms where the trend started and became one of its great signatures. Bet these prints on couture pieces. Searching thrift stores can yield great finds.
derbies and moccasins
PARIS, FRANCE – MARCH 07: A guest wears black vintage sunglasses, black wool turtleneck sweater, black shiny leather shorts, black long blazer coat, black shiny leather bag by Balenciaga, black high socks, black shiny leather derbies, outside Chanel during Paris Fashion Week – Womenswear Fall Winter 2023 2024 on March 7, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)
It has been with us for a few seasons now. Accompanied by high socks, this combination is preppy in the extreme. Choose models with flat soles, platforms or socks with fun prints to give the look a more modern look.
vests and sweaters
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 10: A guest wears a sweater and mini kilt with a black crossbody bag and black and red chelsea platforms at the Kate Spade New York presentation during New York Fashion Week on February 10, 2023 in The City of New York. (Photo by Shannon Finney/Getty Images)
Knits appear in aesthetics both in vests and sweaters and even cardigans. Choose large pieces to refresh the look with an oversized proposal.
skirt with folds
Mini, midi, monochrome, printed, in bright colors or neutral tones… the pleated skirt is super preppy. Pair with a pair of loafers and relive high school memories with high socks.
PARIS, FRANCE – NOVEMBER 20: Gabriella Berdugo wears a preppy pink shirt with strawberry print details, a midi pleated / gathered leather brown skirt by Manoush, long black wool socks, red strappy sandals by Reike Nen, round sunglasses , a blue micro bag with belt by Dior, on November 20, 2020 in Paris, France. (Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)
sewing set
MILAN, ITALY – FEBRUARY 23: A guest wears sunglasses, gold earrings, a white t-shirt, an oversized white jacket, an orange matte leather embossed FF bag by Fendi, a high-waisted beige pleated / accordion skirt, a white leather bag, white ribbed socks, black shiny leather rip / split derbies, a gold large bracelet, outside the Fendi fashion show during Milan Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2022/2023 on February 23, 2022 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)
Tailoring has been integrated into our everyday wardrobe with a super casual approach. But for the preppy style, the suggestion is exactly to refer to the classic. For this, bet on blazer and skirt sets.
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