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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

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."

By Goody Goody Gumdrops

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

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

Ex. 1: My friend is really preppy. Ex. 2: Preppy people are not trendy.

By StEfFii*

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.

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.

By Born and raised in Exeter

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.

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