Why you should love the Preppy Fashion Aesthetic
Ah, preppy fashion. So classic, so timeless, so…preposterous?
Okay, okay, I know what you’re thinking. Dressing like you came straight off the set of the original Gossip Girl probably isn’t for everyone. But hear me out!
The preppy look has never really lost its relevance, and it’s been having a bit of a moment lately thanks to Miu Miu’s ultra-cropped cable knits and cultural touchstones like Euphoria.
But what is the preppy look, exactly? Well, if we’re going by the definition, ‘preppy’ refers to clothing that is designed for preparatory schools (aka private schools), which is why you often see these styles characterized by lots of stripes and equestrian prints — borrowing heavily from Ivy League uniforms.
But in reality, preppy fashion is a lot more versatile than that. It can be all about clean lines, classic silhouettes, and muted colors — or it can be fun and playful, with bright colors and whimsical patterns.
What makes preppy fashion so enduring is its ability to be both classic and current at the same time.
It uses staples like blazers, trousers, and skirts to look polished and put-together, but tweaks the formula (like ultra-cropped cable knits or nods to current trends) to prevent…
