Clothes:
-Brands: Brooks Brothers, J. Crew, Lilly Pullitzer,
Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, etc...
-Not: Abercrombie, Hollister, Charlotte Russe, etc...
-Occasionally: Something from American Eagle or maybe
some chino shorts at Old Navy
-Will Wear:
-Ribbon Belts
-Pearls
-Polos
-Cardigans
-Oxfords
-Bright colors but will also wear classics like navy
-Chinos
-Argyle Sweaters/Socks/etc...
-Bright headbands
-Madras shorts
-Will Not Wear:
-Denim minis
-Trends like leggings, boho skirts, UGG boots, etc..
-Skin tight clothing
-Revealing clothing
Make-Up
-In a few words: None or little
Activities:
-Tennis, golf, polo, ballet, etc...
-Isn't one to roam around the mall doing nothing on a
Friday night
-Summers in the Vineyard, Nantucket, the Hamptons, etc..
-Does well in school usually and will most likely go to
a private East coast college or an elite public
university like UVA.
Personality:
-Like any stereotype (goth, punk, jock), their
personality ranges from person to person. Some preps are
nice just like some jocks are nice. Some preps are mean
just like some jocks are mean. It just depends
-Brands: Brooks Brothers, J. Crew, Lilly Pullitzer,
Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, etc...
-Not: Abercrombie, Hollister, Charlotte Russe, etc...
-Occasionally: Something from American Eagle or maybe
some chino shorts at Old Navy
-Will Wear:
-Ribbon Belts
-Pearls
-Polos
-Cardigans
-Oxfords
-Bright colors but will also wear classics like navy
-Chinos
-Argyle Sweaters/Socks/etc...
-Bright headbands
-Madras shorts
-Will Not Wear:
-Denim minis
-Trends like leggings, boho skirts, UGG boots, etc..
-Skin tight clothing
-Revealing clothing
Make-Up
-In a few words: None or little
Activities:
-Tennis, golf, polo, ballet, etc...
-Isn't one to roam around the mall doing nothing on a
Friday night
-Summers in the Vineyard, Nantucket, the Hamptons, etc..
-Does well in school usually and will most likely go to
a private East coast college or an elite public
university like UVA.
Personality:
-Like any stereotype (goth, punk, jock), their
personality ranges from person to person. Some preps are
nice just like some jocks are nice. Some preps are mean
just like some jocks are mean. It just depends
Girl at J. Crew: "I love that pink and kelly green ribbon belt. Very preppy"
Girl at Abercrombie: "I totally wanna get that denim mini and sheer cami. I'm like so totally preppy."
Girl at Abercrombie: "I totally wanna get that denim mini and sheer cami. I'm like so totally preppy."
by Goody Goody Gumdrops August 5, 2006
relating to or characteristic of well-educated, fairly wealthy young people who are known for their neat, traditional, often expensive clothing style.
The girl who goes to Phillips Andover is very preppy becuase she dresses neatly and is very well educated
by Amanda Fox March 11, 2004
When most of my friends try to act "preppy", they usually put their collar up, where colorful belt with patterns, and go to A&E, and, as everyone has been saying, A&F...as well as the new edition which is very similar to both of them, Hollister (it's more Californian though). But they're incredibly wrong. While it's true that many preps put their collar up (which I admit that I have done it before because I have to wear polos at school because of my dress-code...), and pink and bright colors often will attract them, preps stick to classics, that are not very up-to-date. They do not change their style because of trends, like the "infamous" Abercrombie and American Eagle. While these two stores do have some preppy clothes, like khaki pants and polos, they mostly have trendy styles.
Let me get this straight, once and for all...preps are not trendy! I'm not saying this in an opinionated way, I'm saying it as preps don't change their style just because there's a new trend out there. Preps are preps, and they stick to it. And though there a popular preps, if you are a prep you are not neccessarily popular. That rumor and reputation of the preps is blown out of porportion.
Oh, and the next thing I will bring up: the "rumor" that preps are snobbish people who think they are better than everyone else. Well, I can very well understand why people think this; It's because preps where polos and slacks, and they are often pretty organized, but this cannot be assumed about ever prep out there. I know a prep who fits this snobby definition completely, but she's the only prep I know.
There aren't THAT many preps around. Sure, there are a lot of people that others think are preps, but usually they are wrong. Most of the teens that you see around are not really just of one fashion; they are usually just wearing the trends of today.
Here is a basic list of the traits that preps have.
They wear:
*basic polo shirts
*any color, though they are often found wearing bright colors, as well as the classic lights
*Slacks, usually khakis
*Ribbons and bows in hair often
*Ribbon belts
They do/are not:
*Try new trends
*Wear short-shorts and short-skirts
*Shop at Abercrombie & Fitch, American Eagle, or most other trendy clothing stores
*Always the popular ones, and they usually aren't the most popular
*Wear a lot of makeup. They often don't wear any
Let me get this straight, once and for all...preps are not trendy! I'm not saying this in an opinionated way, I'm saying it as preps don't change their style just because there's a new trend out there. Preps are preps, and they stick to it. And though there a popular preps, if you are a prep you are not neccessarily popular. That rumor and reputation of the preps is blown out of porportion.
Oh, and the next thing I will bring up: the "rumor" that preps are snobbish people who think they are better than everyone else. Well, I can very well understand why people think this; It's because preps where polos and slacks, and they are often pretty organized, but this cannot be assumed about ever prep out there. I know a prep who fits this snobby definition completely, but she's the only prep I know.
There aren't THAT many preps around. Sure, there are a lot of people that others think are preps, but usually they are wrong. Most of the teens that you see around are not really just of one fashion; they are usually just wearing the trends of today.
Here is a basic list of the traits that preps have.
They wear:
*basic polo shirts
*any color, though they are often found wearing bright colors, as well as the classic lights
*Slacks, usually khakis
*Ribbons and bows in hair often
*Ribbon belts
They do/are not:
*Try new trends
*Wear short-shorts and short-skirts
*Shop at Abercrombie & Fitch, American Eagle, or most other trendy clothing stores
*Always the popular ones, and they usually aren't the most popular
*Wear a lot of makeup. They often don't wear any
by StEfFii* July 26, 2004
It seems that far too many people define a preppy as a snob who dresses like a slut, and who trashes others.
In fact, the exact opposite would better define a preppy. Preppies are known for their charm, their ability to make anyone feel welcome, no matter their background or lifestyle.
However, to be honest, preppies live very sheltered lifestyles and do not often have to interact with those labeled as "emo" or "gothic." The reason for this is that most young preppies have never experienced life outside of their prep school (boarding or day), country club, and summers on the cape.
Preppies live very privileged lives (and we all know it too) and they are grateful for the opportunities given to them. They realize that not everyone lives a charmed life and are therefore not brats such as those on MTV's Super Sweet 16, but rather they acknowledge how much mom and dad have done to give them a good life, and are properly grateful.
Another defining characteristic of preppies is their work ethic. Preppies work hard for good grades, and to be admitted to top-tier prep schools and colleges. The myth about daddy paying for stupid kids to go to Yale is not true. Our parents feel we should work to get ourselves to the top, and our work ethic usually pays off, which is why you find us at colleges such as Dartmouth, Middlebury, and Yale.
There is, of course, the matter of the distinct preppy clothing style. Rather than the mall shops such as Hollister, Old Navy, and American Eagle where the so-called "mainstream preps" shop, a real New England preppy shops at stores such as Vineyard Vines, J.Crew, Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, and Murray's. These clothes are admittedly more expensive than those found in the mall, but they are of much better quality, and therefore last longer, proving to be a smarter, better investment. Preppies have expensive clothes, but they hang in their closets for years, until they are no longer acceptable for public wear. The reason we can get away with wearing clothing for so long is because preppies do not follow trends. The preppy style of polos (collars popped essentially until marriage), khakis, topsiders, and other classic pieces has been in style for decades, and will continue to be in style for decades to come.
In fact, the exact opposite would better define a preppy. Preppies are known for their charm, their ability to make anyone feel welcome, no matter their background or lifestyle.
However, to be honest, preppies live very sheltered lifestyles and do not often have to interact with those labeled as "emo" or "gothic." The reason for this is that most young preppies have never experienced life outside of their prep school (boarding or day), country club, and summers on the cape.
Preppies live very privileged lives (and we all know it too) and they are grateful for the opportunities given to them. They realize that not everyone lives a charmed life and are therefore not brats such as those on MTV's Super Sweet 16, but rather they acknowledge how much mom and dad have done to give them a good life, and are properly grateful.
Another defining characteristic of preppies is their work ethic. Preppies work hard for good grades, and to be admitted to top-tier prep schools and colleges. The myth about daddy paying for stupid kids to go to Yale is not true. Our parents feel we should work to get ourselves to the top, and our work ethic usually pays off, which is why you find us at colleges such as Dartmouth, Middlebury, and Yale.
There is, of course, the matter of the distinct preppy clothing style. Rather than the mall shops such as Hollister, Old Navy, and American Eagle where the so-called "mainstream preps" shop, a real New England preppy shops at stores such as Vineyard Vines, J.Crew, Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, and Murray's. These clothes are admittedly more expensive than those found in the mall, but they are of much better quality, and therefore last longer, proving to be a smarter, better investment. Preppies have expensive clothes, but they hang in their closets for years, until they are no longer acceptable for public wear. The reason we can get away with wearing clothing for so long is because preppies do not follow trends. The preppy style of polos (collars popped essentially until marriage), khakis, topsiders, and other classic pieces has been in style for decades, and will continue to be in style for decades to come.
A preppy girl can be spotted at Dartmouth because she is the one in the green lacrosse uniform, with a bright pink ribbon tied around her ponytail.
A preppy boy is the one sailing at Yale. He's wearing a classic hemp bracelet, and his skin is perfectly and evenly tanned from summering on Martha's Vineyard.
A preppy boy is the one sailing at Yale. He's wearing a classic hemp bracelet, and his skin is perfectly and evenly tanned from summering on Martha's Vineyard.
by Born and raised in Exeter February 4, 2008
A Prep is one who above all has class. Yes, some may be snobs - but its just to put others in their places. Only kidding. Preps have a good sense of humor, of course. A prep can be seen sporting Lacoste, Polo, J.Crew, Lilly, Rainbow sandals, boat shoes, etc. Popped collars and searsuckers are ALWAYS found in a preps closet. Girls are not seen without their pearls. Most venture out with purses that could have been their grandmothers, such as Vera Bradley, and they must be monogrammed! Croakies are worn to keep sunglasses on, and afternoons are spent on the boat, sailing, playing tennis, playing golf, at the fitness center, etc. Hair and nails are always perfect, and though preps do not wear make-up, they always look flawless. Pink is a must-have. Alwys looks as though dressed to have brunch at the club. Well-off. Two houses - one downtown, one on the beach. Nice cars - Mercedes, BMW, Lexis, or older models of volvos, jeeps, tahoes, etc. Private Prep Schools then Southern University. In a sorority or fraternity. Parents are lawyers or doctors, or just have family money.
Preps are conservative and classy. Preps are not: Abercrombie, American Eagle, Mall clothes, etc. Preps are not public school. Preps are not trashy.
Preps are conservative and classy. Preps are not: Abercrombie, American Eagle, Mall clothes, etc. Preps are not public school. Preps are not trashy.
While having tea with her grandmother at the club, the girl saw many other preps; all were wearing searsucker or nantucket red pants, lacoste shirts with the collars popped, croakies, rainbows or boat shoes, and the girls all had on their pearls.
by a prep July 10, 2005
Generally, the term "Preppy" is attributed to an individual who has lived that sort of lifestyle because of birth and social standing. The term "Preppy" is currently overused to describe Nouveau Riche and Upper middle- middle class fraternity/ sorority members who dress in "bright" colors hoping to symbolize that they "live" that sort of lifestyle. First off, it's a scam, it's faux. True Preppies don't event try to be Preppies, they just are. It cannot be catagorized.
The majority of people trying to pull off the preppy vibe can never hope to achieve the social standing or bank accounts of a true, blood blooded, prepster.
The majority of people trying to pull off the preppy vibe can never hope to achieve the social standing or bank accounts of a true, blood blooded, prepster.
by CS Hagan September 7, 2006
Most of these definitions are pretty accurate, but none of them mention Canadian preps. We enjoy the same lifestyle as American preps, but we live in places like Oakville, London (ontario), Kanata, PEI, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, And some parts of British Columbia. We sail our boats on lake Ontario, we ride our horses along the Trans Canada trail, we don't shop at the malls, and if we do, it's only because they have stores like J Crew, Banana Republic, Lilly Pulitzer, or Ralph Lauren. We don't shop at Abercrombie and Fitch or American Eagle. We summer on the cape of in the vineyard. We belong to country clubs, and party as hard as we work. We attend boarding schools in the USA, or Candian ones like Ridley. Or we attend private or gifted/enriched day schools. We usually have pretty good relationships with our parents. We respect them, and they are very good to us. We live in historic (or historic looking) houses with manicured lawns and well cared for gardens. We don't have gigantic stone gargloyles or electric gates; we are not flashy! We don't really watch TV that much, though their are some shows we enjoy. We do our homework and plan to attend Universities like Yale, Princeton, McGill, or Queens. We aren't snobby, we're generally pretty nice and friendly people. We were brought up well by old money families. We'll end up marrying well to do preppy boys and raising preppy children. Most preps are caucasion, but we can be any race. We usually have straight, shoulder length (or longer) hair. We carry LL Bean totes with monograms on them.
A typical preppy outfit for girls: Lilly Pullitzer polo, J Crew critter shorts, Eliza B. flip flops, and a ribbon in our hair, of course.
A typical preppy outfit for boys: Khaki pants, a Ralph Lauren polo (collar popped, of course), Rainbow flipflops, and a sweater knotted around their shoulders.
Preppy is a lifestyle. NOT a trend!
A typical preppy outfit for girls: Lilly Pullitzer polo, J Crew critter shorts, Eliza B. flip flops, and a ribbon in our hair, of course.
A typical preppy outfit for boys: Khaki pants, a Ralph Lauren polo (collar popped, of course), Rainbow flipflops, and a sweater knotted around their shoulders.
Preppy is a lifestyle. NOT a trend!
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Mimi: Wow, Muffy, look at Babs today!
Muffy: I know, she looks so cute today in her Lilly skirt and her tiffanys pearl necklace
Mimi: Don't you love the ribbon in her hair? It's so preppy!
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Babs: Hey girls, want to study for the Algebra test at my house tonight
Muffy: Sure!
Mimi: Sorry, I have a tennis match
Babs: Good luck!
Mimi: Wow, Muffy, look at Babs today!
Muffy: I know, she looks so cute today in her Lilly skirt and her tiffanys pearl necklace
Mimi: Don't you love the ribbon in her hair? It's so preppy!
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Babs: Hey girls, want to study for the Algebra test at my house tonight
Muffy: Sure!
Mimi: Sorry, I have a tennis match
Babs: Good luck!
by Mitsy July 6, 2007