She asked: “i have a question…
i’m a senior in high school and i’m getting ready to graduate and go to college, anyway…i have a wardrobe full of preppy clothes however i can never seem to put together a preppy outfit. can you give me some outfit ideas so i can be my complete prepster self before i move away to college ? :)”
My number one suggestion is to only wear clothes that you’re completely comfortable. The whole “You have to suffer for beauty” idea does not apply to getting dressed for class or to study in the library. If your jeans are too small, your shoes give you blisters, or your sweater itches, you won’t be able to concentrate on your work. At the same time, this doesn’t imply you should wear sweats and hoodies everyday. Sweats and hoodies have a time and place though (snow days for instance!).
Here are some preppy clothes ideas that I put together on Polyvore.
WARM WEATHER
FALL WEATHER
Some College Prepster Preppy Outfit Staples:
Shoes
Sperry Top Siders
Jack Rogers
Riding boots
Ballet flats
Hunter Wellington
Bottoms
Skinny jeans
Leggings
Corduroy skirt
Lilly skort
J Crew critter shorts
Tops
Lacoste polo
RL Oxford shirt
Target White Tee*** (I have like 5 and wear them all the time!)
J Crew Tank top
Sweaters
Cable knit
Cardigan (monogrammed of course)
Hoodie
J Crew patterned
Jackets
Burberry quilted
J Crew pea coat
RAIN JACKET (essential!)
Barbour
When in doubt- any outfit can be instantly be made more preppy by adding pearls! A grey college t-shirt looks pretty and preppy with a headband and some pearls!
amazing post 🙂 very helpful
Love this post, especially as I am a senior in high school this will be very helpful for next year!
prep fools
Love these outfits! Great job 🙂
yay you got the hang of polyvore!
love all these outfits! I finally got my blog going. Please follow me!!!
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thanks, Jordan
love this post so cute
I am loving the library outfits for both the library and class!
seriously, I need to go shopping now.
love it!
A fashion designer, a fashion consultant…so…in the summer when you are home, start a little business as a personal shopper! I am aware this is not a new idea, but a very lucrative business for someone with shopping know-how. I bet you would have a large clientele for the college bound girls.
Betsy
omgosh! this is *so* my wardrobe, thank you for laying it out so clearly! xoe
Since feeling good in your skin is just as important as what you're wearing…could you do a health/diet post? Just explaining what you eat in a typical day/daily exercise/tips, stuff like that. Thanks!<3
Great outfits!! I love the mix of preppy, comfort and fun with the headbands/jewelry etc.
Love these outfits! I too am a huge fan of JACK ROGERS. Did you know they expanded to making more shoes? I bought a pair of their ballet flats on their website and I'm so happy bc I can wear them year round. Check it out: http://www.jackrogersusa.com
I love being preppy and I agree headbands make any outfit cute. I also am obsessed with Jack Rogers new website http://www.jackrogersusa.com. Thanks for letting me know! I just bought a pair of ballet flats and hi wedge navajos. I like the extra height.
I have one question, where can I find preppy hoodies? And I'm loving the Jacks and Lillies!
– Royar
http://www.youngsouthernprep.blogspot.com
I think you took a peek into my wardrobe! I have another fashion question…what do you recommend for going out outfits? I'd love to stay classy while still looking cute enough for parties, but always have trouble picking out outfits at night. Any suggestions?
All of these outfits look great! I just love your blog, it's fabulous! Have a great day!
I love this post! I hope you had a fabulous weekend!
Check out my recent blog post when you get a chance- I tagged you for an award!
-Elizabeth
Jack Rogers Hi Wedge in Platinum for going out is a must have. So cute! I wear my pearls and my Jack's and I'm set for a night out.
http://jackrogersusa.com/hamptons-navajo-hi-wedge-in-platinum
I'm really allergic to cotton. Any suggestions? I want to look preppy, but everything is just made out of cotton! Like…helloooo if I'm going to spend $69.50 on a Ralph Lauren button-down I'm pretty sure it should be better made.
Also, my daughter told me she yelled at a girl in her third grade class today who said pink and green were stupid. I mean what a dumbass, right?!?!? Prepsters: 1, Ugly children: 0
This is fantastic, just what I was looking for!! THANK YOU SO MUCH! You're blog is the greatest. Keep up the great work <3
I love all of them very hip and cool. Really fits my style!
Seriously, I just fell in love. I am sooo getting this outfits! Can you pleaseeeee make more outfits for class? thank you!! You're amazing! 🙂
A million thanks for this post, even a year later!
Take care!
I LOVE these outfits! Great job!
These outfits are so cute! I currently have a semi-preppy style but this school year I'm going all out:) Time to show these New England Public School-ers how to really dress!
Okay so I know that I am totally late but I love love love the outfit selections above. Even a year later I am so excited to mimic the warm weather class option. Thanks!!!!!
Going shopping as soon as possible! 🙂
I am well out of college and grad school, but these outfits would work for teaching too! Thanks!
I am well out of college and grad school, but these outfits would work for teaching too! Thanks!
I love these looks. I always get my preppy clothes and polos at this Palm Beach store called Elegante Polo. Not they also have an online store!
I love all of them very hip and cool. Really fits my style!
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