To become a bright and memorable person, it is not enough just
fashionable dress. To do this, you have to choose the most
appropriate style. Preppy is popular among young people (and not only)
direction.
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Excursion to the history of fashion trends
Preppy (or preppy) originated in America. First
the term preppy was used near the end of the forties
previous century. This definition was not chosen randomly. It
comes from the word “preparatory.” Literal it can be translated
in Russian as “preliminary”. Originally, preppy was
students are called pre-college preparatory. This is special
schools. They gave the future elite. Such young
people still called “golden” youth. There are future students
carefully prepared for admission to the most prestigious training
institutions of their country.
In the old days, a full-fledged subculture stood out in which
included a certain contingent of adolescents. �”Preppy” is always
neat, tidy, educated and polite young people.
They updated their wardrobe exclusively in expensive boutiques. In their outfit
there were no bright colors causing accessories and other flashy
items. Such people have always chosen low-key gamma and business.
strict style. The appearance of preppy personified their internal
purposefulness and seriousness of nature.
Representatives of this social layer were peculiar
a certain way of life and a special manner of communication. Few of
Preppy could reveal bad habits. The form of such young men and
girls were a bit like school clothes, and also clothes designed for
any of the prestigious sports (for example, golf and
tennis). This circumstance gave birth to a fundamentally new
style
At first, preppy was accessible to a narrow circle of people. Such
only the children of the wealthy and powerful could afford clothes
parents. In the second half of the eighties the situation
radically changed. Style “went” to the masses. AT
Nineties relevance of such clothes a bit slept. But
however, until now the direction has not lost its popularity.
Preppy, as a special philosophy of life
Modern preppy – a combination of business clothes with smart
casual
Distinctive features of preppy:
- laconic cut, lack of elaborate, “screaming” details;
- full compliance with the features of the figure;
- naturalness of fabrics (it can: silk, cotton, flax, etc.);
- discreet colors: all gamma white, khaki, beige, black and
some others; - the presence of classical ornaments;
- comfortable shoes mostly flat soled (allowed
low heels): moccasins, ballet flats.
Preppy style components
A few basic components of preppy style:
- strict jacket with company logo of a certain
university or elite club; - trench coat;
- vest with a V-shaped collar;
- sweater (preferably enlarged mating);
- shirt;
- pleated skirt;
- Bermuda shorts;
- tie and original kerchiefs on the neck;
- pants-pipes
The main condition of preppy style: clothes should always be in
perfect condition: clean, ironed, made of
quality materials.
You should not buy a jacket with the symbol of an elite club,
which you do not enter. The same goes for university
decals. This is a clear sign of absence
sense of taste, bad taste.
Restraint and discretion when choosing accessories is important.
trait inherent in this trendy direction. Men stand
limit to expensive watches. This element of the image will emphasize
high life status and impeccable taste of its owner.
Women in this matter more freedom: except for hours on
thin and neat leather bracelet, the image can complement
neat pearl earrings, pendant, modest headband or
ribbon woven into the hair. Massive decoration bright colors under
strict taboos.
Daily makeup, manicure and hairstyles
Face and marigold should look as natural as possible. AT
make-up is recommended to make a choice in favor of nude tones and
shades. These colors highlight the natural appeal and
disguise minor imperfections of appearance. On the nails can be issued
become a classic french or varnish them in red. The form
nails should be close to the natural.
Naturalness must be present in hair color.
It is recommended to avoid the following artificial shades:
blue-black, red, platinum. They are in this case under
ban.
Basic hairstyles for preppy style:
- neat, flowing hair with a parted part;
- light curls;
- bundle;
- �”ponytail.
Behavior rules
It would be wrong to assume that prepi is only special.
clothes. This direction of the style reflects a special position in life.
Restraint here is manifested not only in the image, but also in
behavior in relation to life and the people around them.
People choosing a preppy style are clearly focused on success. it
concerns all areas of their lives. They strive to be always and everywhere.
the best. Elitism and exclusivity such persons
demonstrate not only clothes but also by education and success
career.
More preppy implies a healthy lifestyle and “correct”
habits The speech of such people is beautiful, clean, without jargon, but
manners are always flawless. Similarly, preppies emphasize
respect not only for themselves, but also for the people around them.
Preppi honor the traditions of their ancestors and carefully protect them. Communication in
this culture plays a rather important role. it касается посещений
family activities, trips out of town, on the nature, mandatory
playing sports.
How to make the “right” wardrobe, corresponding to all
the canons of preppy style: some of the most successful combinations
Preppy style can be afforded by female students who
while only seeking to find their place in life, and those persons who
уже успели добиться определенных успехов в career. Modern
Preppy is available even to those who can not boast of certain
achievements.
- The classic image is a club jacket, the so-called
Oxford shirt or pleated skirt (skinny trousers will do,
tucked in the ankles). AT таком виде можно пойти на
lectures or business meeting. A good addition in this case
There will be brogues, moccasins and a bag (satchel or messenger). - For an informal event, you can go in the kit,
which consists of a shirt, a pullover with a classic rhombus,
pleated skirt above the knee, inflated thick golf
material and oxford shoes. - AT теплое время года нужный образ помогут создать футболка-поло
soft pastel color, white pleated cropped skirt
or bermudas and low-top sneakers without decor, preferably white.
Preppy style represents success. Such одежду выбирают
self-confident and tomorrow people. These persons do not seek
stand out but they are proud of their accomplishments and
position in society. The combination of simplicity, taste and elegance –
this is the basis of preppy.
