Between the prep schools of the Philadelphia area...Devon should be considered the underdog. Devon guys arent as rich as Malvern guys or as sports-oriented as the Prep (St. Joe's) but they excell where the others fail. While the others take themselves too seriously, a Devon guy will make you smile by doing the goofiest thing you've ever seen. They're not stuck up and really down to earth, totally approachable and friendly to the core. Generalization is impossible at Devon, as each person is an individual, a motley crew that may be shunned by jocks but has anyone ever seen Animal House? Who won? Roll Tide
the Devon Tide, as in sports team, yes they do have a sports team and yes they do beat Malvern frequently, sorry we don't have a hockey team though...
by Cahdman March 3, 2005
Get the Devon Prep Guys mug.Preps are generally from a WASP family who tend to be from upper middle class to upper class. They attend preparatory schools on the east coast and are very involved in various activities, including: sailing, rowing, tennis, badminton, lacrosse, field hockey, golf, football and rugby.
Their families usually come from a line of prep families, however new money families are sometimes the exception. Prep families are never flamboyant about their wealth and would much rather buy a very classic architecturally stunning home than an unattractive monster home. Their parents tend to drive cars of good quality such as BMW's and Mercedes Benz but not cars such as Hummers which are very conspicuous.
Their parents either have inherited old money or have very respectable jobs, such as: lawyers, real estate developers, business entrepreneurs, doctors and various different investors.
Their upbringing is very important to the prep lifestyle, they are taught to treat people kindly and with respect unlike common the common prep stereotype which is portrayed in movies such as movies Mean Girls and although it is a very big hit amongst young preps it does not at all represent the true prep lifestyle. Their parents want the best education for their children which is why they end up sending them to prestigious private schools and universities. They tend to belong to various country clubs and/or yacht clubs. Prep families vacation quite a bit to places such as Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard or other exclusives places.
Preps have a very defined style and their clothes are usually in the pastel pallet of colors. They wear brands such as Polo Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, Lilly Pulitzer, The North Face and Vineyard Vines. A girls wardrobe consists of polos (which are worn with the collar popped up), Lilly skirts, cardigans and oxfords. A guys wardrobe consists of polos (which are worn with the collar popped up as well)seersucker shorts and khakis.
Overall a real prep is not what most people consider one to be (slutty, mean and backstabbing bitches) but more so people that are born into the preppy lifestyle.
Their families usually come from a line of prep families, however new money families are sometimes the exception. Prep families are never flamboyant about their wealth and would much rather buy a very classic architecturally stunning home than an unattractive monster home. Their parents tend to drive cars of good quality such as BMW's and Mercedes Benz but not cars such as Hummers which are very conspicuous.
Their parents either have inherited old money or have very respectable jobs, such as: lawyers, real estate developers, business entrepreneurs, doctors and various different investors.
Their upbringing is very important to the prep lifestyle, they are taught to treat people kindly and with respect unlike common the common prep stereotype which is portrayed in movies such as movies Mean Girls and although it is a very big hit amongst young preps it does not at all represent the true prep lifestyle. Their parents want the best education for their children which is why they end up sending them to prestigious private schools and universities. They tend to belong to various country clubs and/or yacht clubs. Prep families vacation quite a bit to places such as Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard or other exclusives places.
Preps have a very defined style and their clothes are usually in the pastel pallet of colors. They wear brands such as Polo Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, Lilly Pulitzer, The North Face and Vineyard Vines. A girls wardrobe consists of polos (which are worn with the collar popped up), Lilly skirts, cardigans and oxfords. A guys wardrobe consists of polos (which are worn with the collar popped up as well)seersucker shorts and khakis.
Overall a real prep is not what most people consider one to be (slutty, mean and backstabbing bitches) but more so people that are born into the preppy lifestyle.
by Richard Van Dusen December 9, 2008
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An english prep is very different to an american 'prep'. In england the word 'prep' isn't used, there's no real catagory, but you can easily spot them.
Girls wear the likes of Pashminas&Scarfs, All saints belts, UGG boots, Benefit, too faced etc makeup. They shop at designer stores such as All saints, Harvey nichols, Harrods, Selfridges &co etc. They also go to non-designer stores such as TopShop, H&M, Zara, Miss Selfridges.
Guys wear white trainers, poped ralph lauren and lacoste polos, scarves, baggy expensive faded jeans, tanned, extreemly handsome hair, sometimes in mohikan thingies, or over face, or just wow.
They Attend private schools, have rich familys, flashy cars, and Dolly-bird mothers.
Girls wear the likes of Pashminas&Scarfs, All saints belts, UGG boots, Benefit, too faced etc makeup. They shop at designer stores such as All saints, Harvey nichols, Harrods, Selfridges &co etc. They also go to non-designer stores such as TopShop, H&M, Zara, Miss Selfridges.
Guys wear white trainers, poped ralph lauren and lacoste polos, scarves, baggy expensive faded jeans, tanned, extreemly handsome hair, sometimes in mohikan thingies, or over face, or just wow.
They Attend private schools, have rich familys, flashy cars, and Dolly-bird mothers.
by Beckzx December 9, 2008
Get the english prep mug.In the past, the word prep was used to define those individuals priviledged enough to attend East Coast prepatory schools. However, more recently, the word prep has evolved to describe any individual who seems like they would be the type to attend a prep school. In most cases, today's preps had relatives who attended prep schools-- their families are legacies at these institutions. Contrary to popular belief, preps do not wear Abercrombie, Hollister, American Eagle, or similar clothing companies. In many cases, shopping at these stores would be seen as a waste of money (and a lack of good judgement). Instead, many preps choose to sport Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, J. Crew, Burberry, Lilly Pulitzer, and anything from Nordstrom, Saks, and Neiman Marcus. Loafers, boating shoes, designer sunglasses, and designer purses are also important. Casually, preps can be spotted wearing designer tees (Michael Stars/ C & C California), Uggs, Juicy Couture, Hard Tail, North Face, Rainbow, and jeans by True Religion, 7 for All Mankind, Rock & Republic, etc. Pearls are a must, along with jewelry by Tiffany & Company and David Yurman. Many preps enjoy sailing, golfing, playing tennis-- stereotypical prep activites. They are often members of a country club and use their time there to associate with other preps. Families of preps generally know each other. Many prep families will remain friends through the generations as they gather for charity benefits, dinner parties, and other social events. Preps usually will attend prepatory schools and attend the universities of their choice. Most preps will go on to attend the Ivies, Duke, or one of many east coast private liberal arts colleges. Other acceptable colleges include Michigan, UCLA, Stanford, and UNC. In short, the word prep signifies the "classic" classy individual-- the type of person who embodies the word "class."
I think that my roommate might be a prep. Earlier today, she was talking about summering on the Cape.
My parents love my boyfriend Nate. His father and my father were on the lacrosse team together at Exeter, so our families have known each other forever. When Nate and I finally get married, we're going to have the perfect prep family.
My parents love my boyfriend Nate. His father and my father were on the lacrosse team together at Exeter, so our families have known each other forever. When Nate and I finally get married, we're going to have the perfect prep family.
by prepsteralli July 30, 2008
Get the prep mug.A phone service for dumbass poor people that would rather overpay for no features instead of getting a similar service for half the price. Users have no idea how to add airtime, so God forbid you work in a retail store that sells minutes because you will have to perform this simple task all day. And on a side note, just because you have Verizon and 23 cents of airtime, your credit score is still a 450.
Look at this dumbass walking with his pants sagging and Lil Wayne blaring from his phone. Must have Verizon Prepay.
by MileHighPilot August 18, 2010
Get the Verizon Prepay mug.Similar to ridonkulous, a combination of preposterous and ridiculous. Possibly originated in the webcomic Wondermark.
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Man 1: Oh, yeah, we don't say ridonkulous anymore. It isn't cool.
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Dude, did you hear about how Stacy is going out with Mark again? It's prepondiculous.
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Dude, did you hear about how Stacy is going out with Mark again? It's prepondiculous.
by Dee-Lawn December 28, 2007
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The humans trapped in the Matrix were mostly unaware that the preponderant universe they experienced was digital.
To most people these days, Tiger Woods is the preponderant golfer.
The preponderant city shrouded its population in a blanket of smog, allowing them to forget that other cities even existed.
To most people these days, Tiger Woods is the preponderant golfer.
The preponderant city shrouded its population in a blanket of smog, allowing them to forget that other cities even existed.
by Bloopy March 10, 2008
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