The Preppy Look for boys made a comeback a few years ago and is still going strong for Winter 2007-2008. The basics of this look never change, but the fits and colors are updated for a modern, preppy look that is ideal for school.
What He'll Need for the Look
Polo Shirts
Macys.comIt's as popular as ever, and even better than you remember. The classic Polo shirt can now be custom made from his favorite colors for a look he'll love. Visit
polo.com, and in four easy steps, you can design your very own Polo shirt.
Or just hit the stores and choose polos in his favorite colors. Polos are great because they are always in style, effortlessly dress up or down, and come in an amazing array of colors and patterns to suit many different tastes.
The
Polo by Ralph Lauren Boys Short Sleeve Weathered Mesh Polo featured here is available at
Macys.com.
Classic Button-Down Shirt
GapKids.comA classic button-down shirt is a Preppy boy's essential. He'll need one in basic white as well as a light blue one, but don't forget more exciting alternatives like striped, checked and plaid shirts. Don't be shy with color; boys look great in pink, light blue, greens, yellows, purples and any other color you can imagine. In warmer months, opt for the short-sleeved versions.
The
Blue Clean Striped Shirt featured here is available at
GapKids.com.
Hoodies and Zippies by Classic Preppy Brands
Nordstrom.comForget the 80s retro sweater vests and cable cord sweaters, go for a more updated look with a hoody or a zippy. Choose one by a classic preppy brand such as Polo, Lacoste, Izod or Le Tigre.
The
Lacoste Bicolor Zip Sweatshirt
featured here is available at
Nordstrom.com.
Trousers or Shorts
GapKids.comDitch the jeans and pull out a pair of crisply ironed chinos, or dress his outfit up even more with a great pair of slacks. For achieving The Preppy Look, his pants should be straight-legged and fit as if they were tailored to fit him, but not too tightly. Go with basic colors on the bottom like tan, brown, navy and grey.
The
Gapshield Flat Front Khakis featured here are available at
GapKids.com.
Classic Footwear
Zappos.comFor this look, choose a pair of classic shoes like deck shoes, impeccable white tennis shoes, Oxford dress shoes or loafers. Or get more modern and choose a pair of hybrid dress-athletic shoes. Wear any of these shoes with or without socks, depending on the weather.
The
Garvalin Kids 72311-c Shoes featured here are available at
Zappos.com.