School’s Out: The New Preppy Cool Style Rules
There is an art to nailing the preppy look, a slight neuroticism you have to capture. In these modern timez, preppy cool is no longer the straightforward Chariots of Fire / Mona Lisa Smile collegiate stereotype, there’s a contemporary edge to it as well. Preppy cool is as much athluxury as it is camouflage or nude bodysuits mixed with Tommy Hilfiger.
At its core the essence of prep remains the same – i.e. clean lines, crisp collars, an element school uniform neatness – but don’t be afraid to toughen up the polished aesthetic with some studs or unexpected fabrics such as distressed leather. And if you run into trouble, just refer to Olivia Palermo. She’s your preppy cool spirit animal. See? It is possible to get through a preppy style summary without a Gossip Girl reference?
