What Are We Wearing?

The preppy aesthetic for Summer is going strong. I love this unique trend because it allows me to elevate Summer basics with fun patterns like plaid or striped and details like pleats, darts, and sharp collars.

Look 1
A lightweight, bright-colored blazer can feel fresh for the Summer season. Boucle and tweeds mixed with interesting plaid prints and colors make these styles versatile for wear during the day for the office or well into the weekend. Style a great-fitting blazer with white denim or light-colored trousers, or layer it on a sporty outfit like a tennis skirt with a chic cropped cardigan for a super preppy vibe. The possibilities are endless, allowing you to express your unique style.

Look 2
The tennis core trend plays well with the preppy aesthetic because there is a lot of crossover. Preppy-chic, however, can be made to look more formal. Style a great little polo or t-shirt dress with fabulous athleisure sneakers and a structured jacket on top to give it the put-together feel we all love, and this ensemble will still feel cool and comfortable.

Look 3
White pants are the perfect addition to a preppy-chic look. They can be nautical, preppy, Summery, and elegant—there are so many variations, which is why I love a versatile pair of white pants, preferably wide-leg, to elongate the leg and add a dramatic silhouette. To elevate the look, add a v-neck varsity-style sweater and a beautiful heeled sandal.