Preppy fashion style is a classic, clean-cut look associated with traditional American upper-class leisure activities and Ivy League schools. It emphasizes a polished, put-together appearance with a focus on timeless pieces and conservative color palettes.
The preppy style originated in the 1950s among students at prestigious Northeastern American prep schools and Ivy League universities. It gained widespread popularity in the 1980s with the publication of 'The Official Preppy Handbook' and has since remained a timeless fashion aesthetic, evolving to incorporate modern elements while maintaining its core characteristics.