How to Dress Preppy
Men, listen up: here's why you want to learn how to dress preppy. Perfect for yachts, Ivy league schools and a future in politics, the preppy style holds strong in the hearts of many men. The clean and sophisticated fashion stays reminiscent of private preparatory schools and summer beach houses.
Preppy style is often stereotyped as crest embroidered jackets, sharply creased pants and shirts with little alligator logos over the heart. Though these garments are often seen in preppy ensembles, the style is more about clean lines and quality crafting than it is about embroidered details and playing golf.
All generalizing aside, it’s true that the plaid pants, short-sleeve business shirt and sweater vest are classic preppy. The similarity in all these garments is that they’re all finished, tailored and smart pieces in terms of both function and appearance.
Khaki slacks are fantastic preppy pants. If khakis aren’t your style, look for some sharply tailored pants and pay special attention to the cuff break. The little things count, so look into having the pants tailored for the perfect break.
Jeans are sometimes acceptable for a preppy garment, but only if they’re new, clean and pressed with an iron. Jeans are usually dressed up with a nice belt, matching shoes and a button-up shirt. Pairing jeans with a T-shirt is much too common and sloppy to even think about.
Accessories are an all-important last touch for the ideal, men’s preppy style. There’s not really a jewelry selection, it’s more about the watch. Even in the age of cell phones, an exquisite watch on a quality wristband is the perfect preppy accessory to any outfit.
Preppy shirts almost always have buttons, if not completely down the front, then at least around the neck. These classy shirts also tend to have some sort of collar, real or mock. The only exception to this rule is in the large assortment of sweaters used in preppy style.
The most traditional preppy look is always finished and refined. Pants with belt loops are always worn with a belt. Shoes are always worn with socks, unless you’re wearing sandals. Shirt cuffs should always be buttoned and pants should always be ironed with a sharp crease.
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