The Guide To Preppy & Ivy League Style | Wardrobe Curation: Women/Menswear

[@taylordacquelclayton]

No matter how old I get, I will always return to the preppy style when autumn comes around.

[@laminage]

Amen. I love the Preppy Style especially for Work and School in The Fall. I feel you carry yourself in such a way that folks can't help but admire and respect. I remember when I watched The Paper Chase, Franklin Ford III a Fifth Generation Harvardian met James Tiberius Hart, he invited him into his Room which was a Mini Suite which was "larger" which wasn't suprising since he came from Bank. Everything was organized to a T that would make Marie Kondo proud. His Sweaters, Bow Ties, and Shirts were all organized and folded and each day he always wore a Jacket, Sweater, Shirt & Bow Tie. I also love The Tommy Hilfiger Fashions.

[@taylordacquelclayton]

@@laminage okay I agree with everything but especially with the Tommy Hilfigire! I mostly thrift and I always find great Tommy pieces. They are a wardrobe staple for me.

[@clairerodrigue9376]

Preppy style has always been my style, forever keeper.

[@laminage]

@@taylordacquelclayton You got that right. Viva LA Preppy.

[@mrslavanderblu]

Preppy is 12 months a year in the South.

[@j.c.8944]

Preppy is inmortal.

[@osh_hoq6217]

Well said

[@lesbiangoddess290]

This^^

[@duffbaker9554]

Too bad we're not immortal.

[@BellesView]

Just in time as Gossip Girl reboot premieres next week.

[@martineshamzin7535]

That show just blows.

[@KaylaNoelle1]

This is why I am so thankful for my Gossip Girl phase in middle school. I rarely look back at my outfits and cringe and I STILL have a few pieces that I wear at nearly 26!

[@aavantibeauty]

Exactly. The swag is timeless and so well made.

[@tfkdandsvkc]

26 is not old wtf

[@kaitlynng7214]

@@tfkdandsvkc no, but personal style tends to change a lot in your teens and early adulthood

[@QUARTERMASTEREMI6]

Having grown up riding horses and currently living on the East Coast, the prep and Ivy style is a must if you want to look put together in the colder and warmer months, so I definitely love both classic styles! ❤️

[@latinaalma1947]

Are you CG? Quatermaster...wishing you happy holidays wherever you are, in port or at sea. CG MOM and Grandma

[@aavantibeauty]

Facts!

[@annjay2581]

Love this look! You always look chic, but not over-dressed. Investing in a few key pieces can really give you that "old-money-look". I always cringe at videos titled "how to look rich" where they advice to buy very high heels and glittery stuff, it just makes you look like you're trying too hard and people can usually tell its cheap.

[@v.4900]

and while people are busy trying to "look rich", they're completely missing the importance of just being well-dressed.

[@AnimeOjou]

While it is not the way that I typically wear, I like preppy style due to the use of colour with structured pieces. The darker colour palette of ivy league style is very aesthetically pleasing, but not very fitting for spring and summer.

[@martineshamzin7535]

White is one of the most used preppy colors there are, so Im really not sure where you got that. In fact, the one color that is NEVER really prep is black.

[@sofiaguerrero0969]

Preppy is very bright too. Red pants, chino pants, white pants… they’re all preppy. Plaid is too.

[@sandragruhle6288]

Vintage Ralph Lauren is still in style after nearly 54 years. (He began in 1967.) Preppy is classic and timeless.

[@aavantibeauty]

So true. I had a Joseph Abboud houndstooth winter coat circa 1990 and if I had not given it away I could still wear it today.

[@qp4367]

and where would you find authentic vintage RL items?

[@jimboeeek]

Preppy style is classic

[@abilea4081]

I miss the 2000s for the preppy era I feel like this style is so underrated now, it's definately my favourite as you never have to worry about anything going out of style and preppy also means good quality clothing so this style saves money in the long run Also quick side note: that's a cricket sweater not rugby

[@juliazhang3600]

preppy never goes out of style ;) silhouettes change with trends but not preppy style 🙂 I'm 21 and have always been more of a trendy gal but I'm trying to be more preppy always and less trend following

[@OpiumBride]

Everything comes back into style. Right now we are in the messy rolled out of bed look with leggings and t shirts. Hopefully that will change

[@abilea4081]

@@OpiumBride Just dress the way you want and don't wear that, you don't have to wait for trends to change. I was just saying I wish preppy for popular for the sake of the style being more accessable.

[@martineshamzin7535]

You think the 2000 were preppy? I suppose a bit.

[@abilea4081]

@@martineshamzin7535 2000s had a preppy revital think Cruel Intentions, Gossip Girl etc. a lot of pop culture had preppy influences

[@itshana_nothannah]

not me living near the equator and buying chic, preppy jackets💀💀

[@osh_hoq6217]

Lolll

[@sri6567]

Same hear dear lord the heat really prevents us from wearing preppy outfits

[@yunsheengoh]

Are you from Singapore? 🤣

[@febyadhitya1476]

Lol, same here I don't care how hot my skin is as long as it's chic, I'll be fine

[@alienated1847]

@@yunsheengoh im from Singapore 😃

[@kathyperkins9820]

I been wearing preppy sense highschool- 1975. Not because "some" say it is a way to look like $. I wear prep because I love the look! Dress because of the love of the style and how it makes You feel.

[@martineshamzin7535]

I wasn't born, but in my opinion the late 70's are by far the classiest fashion era ever. Especially the more preppy version.

[@soniao2034]

This has always been the style I’ve been drawn to even when I was as young as 5 yrs old. In Mexico, most kids wear a uniform to school and I loved my navy blue and green plaid shirt with my navy blue sweater! My absolute fave colors together are navy blue and maroon with gold accessories.

[@cms3000]

You are from Mexico, so your favorite brand is Banana Republic 😂🤣

[@soniao2034]

Sorry .. I don’t really don’t get the joke 😅 I no longer live in Mexico so am I missing something ?

[@victoriavargas7935]

@@cms3000 Racism is so out of style. It's 2021

[@cms3000]

@@victoriavargas7935 I'm from México 😂🤣

[@_anahihr]

I'm from México too, and as a child I also started loving to wear my uniform while other kids hated it haha, for some reason I felt attracted to the preppy and ivy aesthetic without knowing it was an aesthetic

[@richrumble]

The script is well written.

[@CleverAndChic]

Thank you so much 🙏🏻

[@shrishtisinha6692]

Honestly, before watching this video, the idea of preppy style had always irritated me a bit. Afterwards, I thought about it a lot more open-mindedly, and even found myself drawn to some of the pieces because I understood them better. What an excellent explanation :)

[@iKylaAwesome]

My dark academic heart is so happy with this video! Definitely, this is the style I aspire to embody even if I live in the tropics!

[@aavantibeauty]

You so could rock the madras shorts and the linen blazers with the short sleeved polo shirts. Chino pants in sherbet colors with no socks and sandels.

[@iKylaAwesome]

@@aavantibeauty oh I love these ideas so much!!! Please tell me more hahaha

[@dararohan1209]

I like how preppy style allows you to incorporate a lot of colour even in mens' style.

[@aavantibeauty]

It does. Ralph and Tommy have such a color friendly style. Literally every color I can think of is used especially the madras blazers/shirts/pants/shorts. I see a huge come back lately even in NYC of all places.

[@kip_p]

I adore the preppy/ivy-league style. But for me, it’s incredibly difficult to carry into summer. Perhaps I’m the only one who experiences this. Tips would be greatly appreciated!

[@whytho2841]

maybe try the pastel flowy prep look as shown in the first of the video

[@lesbiangoddess290]

Absolutely. I live in England and warm weather is so rare but this year it's extremely warm so I'm saving those looks for the rest of the seasons.

[@ayuf.m.9241]

Maybe you can opt for tennis skirts and sleeveless polo shirts. I live in a tropical climate so I always look at Sporty Preppy/ivy as a reference. Such as yacht, and tennis outfits.

[@HeyyJillian]

@kjp & @sarahkjp on Instagram have become synonymous in my mind with preppy seasonal style

[@Mikelafication]

I actually love preppy summer looks. While I wear black all year round, I incorporate more whites, tans, and khaki’s into my wardrobe in the summer. Try khaki, white, and navy shorts and skirts. For tops, lightweight cotton oxfords work well, especially white and light blue ones. Short sleeve polos aren’t bad either, although they’re a bit heavier

WHAT CAN I SAY? ICONIC, HISTORIC, CLASSY, INMORTAL... IS not just clothes, is a LIFESTYLE.

[@odilepauline]

awesome video!! just a bit of constructive criticism though, maybe try not to groan every sentence out? the information you present is so incredibly helpful, but there are points where your voice gets groan-y towards the end of every sentence which can get rlly distracting (especially those who might have sensitive hearing) :) otherwise, super love the videos you make!! have a great day 🤍

[@lesbiangoddess290]

( not trying to attack you at all) She's addressed this many times before but not many have been as nice as you: she cant change her voice and she's tried her best to tone it down (even though it's her natural voice).

[@milkandspice1074]

Her voice sounds normal. What is up with these voice comments.

[@vieven7964]

The first video I've seen from her. Very well put together, the voice is actually sensual and a bit "Frenchie", but the vocal fry and constant inflection every time she makes a pause is starting to affect my enjoyment 😢

[@AE-nf8nz]

yeah her voice is a little annoying shes trying too hard to sound like a gossip girl narrator or sexy voice she sounds a little constipated. and she always says alot of like buzzwords over and over and uses unnecessarily complex but empty statements

[@odilepauline]

@@lesbiangoddess290 ahh sorry this reply is late! thank you for letting me know that she's addressed this already! I'm fairly new to her channel so I didn't know this! thank you /g

[@roy.shrestha]

Preppy style is for us fellow Dark Academics 😍🤩

[@Blue2000q]

For me the 90s is the peak of fashion in all styles. Preppy rock/punk streetwear just the best

[@quester09]

this style is sustainable too! the pieces are well made, and can be thrifted.

[@mskiara18]

Ralph Lauren magazines and old movies is what sparked my interest in the Ivy League style. I adore how debonair and elegant this style exhumes, which is why I want to dress like this more. ❤

[@LaurenGraceHarding]

I loved how you defined the differences between the Ivy and Prep aesthetics here ❤ and also how you explored some of the key pieces which form the foundational pieces in a wardrobe for these styles 💯 I recently made a Ralph Lauren haul & review video and after watching this can see the stripes, cable knit, military style button accents and Oxford shirts that I've bought all fit into the Ivy/prep style 🥰 so this has really helped me to get a sense of my own style leanings as well. Visuals and structure of this video are on point 🎯 and of course your description too! Thank you so much for sharing this with us all, one of my fave videos on your channel thus far 😘

[@SophiaLMitchell]

On my way to watch your video 🏃🏿‍♀️ Ralph Lauren can do no wrong in my eyes!

[@LaurenGraceHarding]

@@SophiaLMitchell hi there! 🙋‍♀️ Thanks so much, hope you like it!

[@elizabethpeterson455]

Gorgeous style, timeless Ralph Lauren perfection...but this woman's voice is doing my head in😑😶😣

[@CleverAndChic]

I make these videos myself, I know I don’t have the best voice but I just try my best to produce

[@aavantibeauty]

These clothes are so well made they can last years. I love the colors and the sophistication of the style.

[@fashionsenseforthewiseands2023]

Nice classic prep style. Timeless style indeed! I feel the most comfortable in the Ivy League/preppy style. You are never out of style cause you are never "in" style. take care,

[@ayu6961]

Yess that traditional, clean understated elegant look that i love

[@davidluna7237]

Would love to hear more mens fashion videos. I’m 25 and dress with sporty clothes most of the time, I need to get more diverse clothes.

[@embajadoresboy4535]

I live in Texas but I haven’t lost my Ivy League style. Can’t wait for fall.

[@erinstanger416]

I have always been in love with the preppy/ivy league style. You really hit nail on the head when you mentioned that the style can change depending on where you live. Keep up the good work. 👍

[@maplelu9514]

I don’t like the narrators voice but I love the description of each outfit

[@olisal8566]

me too but changing the playback speed to 1.25x really helps!

[@WebbyGale57]

Seriously. I just muted.

[@OpiumBride]

It's unnatural and uncomfortable... Trying too hard to sound breath-y and seductive. Lends a feeling of falseness and insecurity.

[@CleverAndChic]

I have issues breathing, it takes a lot of confidence to speak and put myself out there as I used to be so ashamed of how I naturally sounded. If you don’t like it I completely understand and don’t expect you to. I do my best to create and hope I can get my message across in spite of this

[@Dashomin]

@@CleverAndChic I love your voice just fine its so relaxing like asmr I usually watch your video when i get a cup of coffee and sketch in my notepad. There is always people who don’t like your voice but there is just as many who love like your voice. Just remember that ♥️♥️

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I love polo knit shirts, the collar adds a lot of style to what is, essentially, a t-shirt. A collar frames the face, too. I’ve never been a fan of collarless shirts. (Most polo shirts do not mow have button-down collars). I’ve been stocking up on polo shirts and sweaters while they’re around, they have never been this available since the 80s. The 90s eliminated a lot of detail and tailoring from trending styles, and I missed it. I’m finally starting to see some fitted blazers, too, I refused to buy one of those huge, oversized, super-baggy ones and just waited that trend out. Blazers are one of the keys to this style, as you mention. Thanks for the video❤

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I was definitely preppy during my university years in the early 80s and I still love this style 40 years later. I’m probably more classic than preppy now, but I still can’t resist a plaid skirt or a blazer, especially when worn together.

[@nqn_linda]

the title wrapped up my style neatly. You said everything i have read, want to put into words but no have enough words. Thank you SO Much!

[@davidcozziii]

It’s nice to see New England prep and Southern prep separately recognized unlike many other videos.

[@vick9895]

This is, and always has been, my all-time favorite style. I love everything about it!!!

[@aavantibeauty]

Me too. I have gone through so many styles from edgy to cledgy. I now am going back to Prep style because it is so fun a sophisticated. The updates are awesome.

[@aavantibeauty]

I can honestly say I love it all.

[@rexdahlia2404]

I will always have a place for Preppy and Ivy League style in my heart. Just watching those advertisements and fashion shows you featured in this video gives me butterflies even though I'm a bit too old for preppy style now. Thank you so much for this video. I love the way you made it.

[@firelioness363]

I Love her presentation and voice ... Nice ... 😊

[@nadadarday8876]

You are my favorite KZbinr please make more content. Your videos make my days so much better.

[@laminage]

I loved the Scene at 1:49 with the Young Man entering either Prep School or College. His Clothes are so neat and organized and I love his Typewriter where he did his Papers on. He knew what needed to be done.

[@Saintbetty]

The best style and fashion analysis I’ve ever watched. Well done.

[@herebutnothere29]

At the end of the day, preppy or academia style are timeless and classic

[@danbee415]

Preppy & Ivy and Trad styles are looks I particularly am a fan off.

[@Kurooganeko]

Do you know what I'm with this video? IN LOVE!!!

[@chane2607]

Love your videos and your voice, OMG it's soooo soothing !! ☺️🙂😍

[@brainrotmd]

Playback speed 1.25x helps with the slowness of the narration.

[@kip_p]

Yes. I absolutely love these videos!

[@valindabalcarzar8305]

I enjoyed watching this KZbin video. Because, you gave both descriptions and visuals of the content that you were providing to your viewers. Thank you for your educated suggestions. I am not flirting with you,because I am a married woman-simply my honest opinion.

[@aliak345]

Man, the voice of the narrator is so soothing ....feels like I'm watching an elite asmr tbh ❤🤌🏻

[@jenhesse22]

Thank you for another wonderful video essay. For a minute, I thought you were going to reference dark academia.

[@coderedd20]

I always got a natural love and skill of the preppy aesthetic along with the natural eye and lifestyle of a flower child. PREPPY SHOULD REMAIN CLASSIC ADDING YOUR OWN FLARE ALONG!!!😊THANK YOU FOR THIS VID❤❤❤❤❤

[@steveamclearyjr1124]

The visuals are great but the v/o needs work guys. Please fix it

[@dosomethingchill5291]

Your voice is heavenly. Please do a series where you discuss interesting facts

[@pandamilk6776]

Very well put together video!

[@ELLIEARKET1111]

I am literally obsessed with this video! I never comment.... grew up in Middleburg VA a Horse Country! This is how I use to dress then I moved to LA and lost my sense of style. THANK YOU so much for this video! I feel when I came across it that I was meant to watch it! Side Note: The IVY Look is more refined and the Preppy Look is more Vibrant and Loud in regards to statement pieces. You can mix them! It depends also on your Personality ....

[@KatherineEnRose]

Obsessed with your channel ❤️

[@sdonzo29]

can you do a video on classic British style or Italian style?

[@junemckenzie8412]

Ooh heavy on the Italian style ☺️

[@missrashell1]

I loved the collection of visuals, thank you 😊

[@johnsmith-vk6sf]

WASP Culture is so Classy and Sophisticated.

[@danielzhou2972]

I got a Brooks Brothers trenchcoat for my bday a few years ago and I haven't worn it once cus I have nothing to pair it with😂😂

[@kathyperkins9820]

How about a stripe oxford shirt or gingham and 501 Levi's! With loafers. 🤓

[@susanbuckley4153]

Excellent video!!!

[@thearthunter]

preppy is forever chic love uour channel wonderful yet entertaining content

[@rachelbegmusic]

the preppy style really looks good on Dramatic and Classic body . Also flamboyant gamines.

[@jamalmiller7647]

This video came at perfect time cause gossip girl is coming back xoxo

[@martinalanfranco]

Loved this video sm! Preppy style really is timeless ❤️

[@karens1156]

Excellent video. Thank you 👍 💜

[@SophiaLMitchell]

This has been my personal style from birth

[@ClickyPen0101]

Ralph Lauren, Ray-bans, a hint of Hugo Boss and an Omega watch for me. I always have something to wear for any occasion.

[@bigjoe1103]

Love this. Could u do a vid similar in this way on slp or rock/punk? The way they wore and customized formal pieces in informal ways, the silhouette, and the inspirations like Vivienne Westwood, David Bowie, mick jagger, Patti smith, etc. have a lot of history and depth style-wise. Keep doing what u do :)

[@CleverAndChic]

I appreciate it. Yes, I have it planned- I’m saving the SLP video for when I film since I will actually be able to show specific pieces and styling techniques with my wardrobe. I’ll add punk/rock to my list, thanks so much for the support and suggestion

[@bigjoe1103]

@@CleverAndChic great! Can’t wait for that one to come out :)

[@cms3000]

@@CleverAndChic it would be better glam rock instead of punk/rock

[@Dllld02842]

My fav aesthetic. Love your videos so much 😍😍

[@irmatorres7155]

Stunning video!!! Absoulty stunning

[@mariagalbova9891]

Beatifull pieces.

[@laminage]

The Party Scene at around 1:55 reminds me of Class Reunion by Rona Jaffe where Emily Applebaum attended a Harvard Party around The fall of 1953, she felt out of her element since she was Jewish and there was alot of Anti Semitism. The Kids talked about Vacations, Debutante Balls, and Skiing things she knew nothing about, however she met a Young Man named Ken Buchman whom she would date so for every negative came a positive.

[@monicacreator3168]

Dark Academiais just a more gothic Ivy looks

[@davidkonevky7372]

It's basically the ivy look but with a more restricted color pallete

[@williamkazak469]

Excellent video. Really explained it to me. Very nice visuals. Thank you. I have always been inspired by Ralph Lauren and how he puts outfits together and places the models into scenes that seem so livable and believable to me.

[@Jm-lx2tl]

Love love love 😍😍❤️❤️

[@HaHaHaLMFAOtv]

Great work! 😊 I noticed that you may have changed a little the pacing of your sentences, thank you, it’s much easier to follow ☺️🌸

[@thibaultstroobandt9606]

I wish more young women (men alike) understood the versatility of these types of clothing items. This allows women to showcase their assets, in high contrast with today’s 90’s inspired looks and items… Buy less but better quality and invest in versatile well cut pieces

[@rlkinnard]

i live a couple of blocks from Harvard Square. Students dress down. I never see school crests though I do see people wearing a Harvard Sweat shirt and a pair of chinos though blue jeans would be even more typical. I rarely see ties and expensive shoes. I think that what is now ivy league style is based on what people wore in the 1950s at Harvard, Women are minimalistic in their dress. Come to Harvard Square and i will show you around.

[@matthewramos3825]

Love it!

[@juliazhang3600]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@lauracochran1636]

I'm a fan... but what's with her voice? lol

[@MorenitaBonita19]

I want to cultivate this look more ❤️

[@aavantibeauty]

How has it been going? I am getting back into this style as part of my wardrobe again.

[@hithisiscameronsmom]

The voiceover on this video is hilarious. 😂😂😂

[@dmar1415]

Hi! I really love your videos, they are so well made and I learn a lot. However, with all due respect, the voice confuses, like is it to seduce or share info... I have to play it on speed 1.25. Don´t get me wrong, it is just constructive critique. Keep up the great work.

[@thesilentdiva]

Love ur channel. Very well done ....love fashion 😭

[@leonardgoffe7159]

What a fantastic video, It's like I'm reading a magazine... not just some "KZbin"

[@tess694]

Just found your channel. Just subscribed. Absolutely love this. Keep inspiring!😊

[@КатаринаАврамовић]

I hate it when people make it about politics or class. We know we aren't old money, but everyone should be able to enjoy this aesthetic. What is "trendy" just changes too often, and unfortunately applies to body types as well as clothes. That's why this aesthetic is so timeless- it fits every decade and a lot of body types

[@RadBedbugs]

this was one of my favourite videos you've made, incredible (:

[@delorataylor8109]

Could you do a video on Jackie Kennedy fashion and style, Carolyn Bassete fashion, Sex and the city fashion, Kate Moss fashion.. As a 35 year old women these were my fashion icons growing up.

[@aathenaiz6151]

i see preppy i think gossip girl

[@HaThanh-qp4ky]

Can you make how to dress old money aesthetic? Love your content

[@laury-zw8mh]

Your videos are always so informative and so well-made! Do you have any fashion-related book recommendations ?

[@juliazhang3600]

I would like to know this too

[@ivanhiloma9246]

Love this content

[@VVV-mz4tc]

Great video, really insightful and very well researched! You should check out the (80s) book, if you don't already know it: The Official Preppy Handbook by Lisa Birnbach, it's a great, if not a bit ironic view on the preppy look. All that aside, I swear by the Sloane Ranger look, it's just a little bit edgier ;-)

[@elyseb674]

I used to have that book! It might be somewhere at my parents'. Graduated HS & college in the 80s. Pink & green baby!!! I still lean towards preppy things. It's never IN or OUT of style..

[@jadktimeless2831]

Raph Lauren Perpetuate The Ivy Style.