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How can I choose a preppy bag?

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Look for a quality purse that meets all your needs for daily use. The color and material should be versatile, and it should be big enough to hold everything you need throughout the day.

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Is cheerleading a preppy sport?

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It can be, but it varies by school. See what kind of preppy sports are popular at your own school before enrolling in a club to fit in with preppy kids.

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Can I start my own club to socialize?

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Yes. If you want to start a club, talk to someone at your school.

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What about socks. What brand of socks should I wear?

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Wear clean-cut, professional looking socks, but refrain from wearing them with loafers.

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Where should I shop for preppy clothes?

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Vineyard Vines, Ralph Lauren, J. Crew, Lacoste, Sperry, and Burberry are all preppy brands, although many people buy off-brand pants because they don't need logos and are much less expensive.

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Can boys wear makeup too? But like VERY natural

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Of course! If you want to smooth over blemishes or slim down your face with makeup, go ahead.

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Do preppy people wear short skirts/shorts?

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Yes! Preppy people stick to solid, floral, or seersucker colorful shorts and skirts.

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Can I look preppy when wearing glasses?

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Yes. In fact, wearing glasses can sometimes make you look more preppy. If you don't like wearing glasses with preppy clothing, maybe opt for contact lenses.

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Can I wear some black clothes?

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Avoid black clothing, with the exception of some black dresses and jackets.

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Can I play football and still be preppy?

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Yes, a lot of preppy people play football. As long as you dress in the style whenever you're out of uniform you'll be fine.

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What are some colors that are preppy?

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For a preppy look, choose mainly light colors such as baby blue, yellow, light green and floral colors. You'd want to avoid wearing dark colors.

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Do you have to be pretty to be preppy?

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Anyone can be preppy with just a few classic wardrobe pieces! You might find that you feel better about your body image with a few changes to your wardrobe.

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What if my school has a uniform? Are there still changes I can make to look preppy, without breaking the dress code?

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Of course! The preppy style originated from preparatory school uniforms, you should have no problem rocking this style. If you're concerned about breaking dress code, focus on your accessories and choose a sleek, polished hairstyle.

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Is a navy blue sweater, white blouse, pencil skirt and high heels a good preppy outfit?

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Yes! This is a great preppy outfit. When you feel like switching things up, swap out the sweater for a blazer, or wear khakis instead of the pencil skirt. To make the look more casual, swap flats for the heels.

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Can I do track/cross country and still be preppy? Is it okay if I don't engage in "preppy" activities but still dress kinda preppy?

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Certainly! Your wardrobe is totally up to you and you can make it as versatile as you want, even if you don't fit the standard preppy mold.

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