Prepster Dress Trend: How to Nail New School Preppy Style

As we approach the end of summer, we can’t help but feel nostalgic for the excitement of back-to-school and the prepster dress trend that goes along with it. This sentiment is also not one that only we share. From Charles Jeffrey Loverboy’s timeless varsity jackets to Prada’s pleated skirts, Louis Vuitton’s rugby polo shirts, Tory Burch tracksuits and the perfect polo shirt, there was no shortage of school spirit on the Fall 2022 catwalks. Courtesy of Wales Bonner. New-school fashion’s take on college varsity attire owes much to designers like Wales Bonner and Gucci, whose collections of retro athletic outfits have brought back all the good stuff about your old school uniform. One of the best things about having a classic uniform wardrobe is that it takes very little effort to get dressed in the morning, an especially important factor to consider as we begin our post-summer return to the office.

Academic-style staples traditionally worn by the Ivy League elite, such as cable-knit sweaters and logo-print cardigans, can be found at fashion favorites Miu Miu and Gucci, while rugby-approved jerseys by Kule jocks and Rowing Blazers are also available. grab Marni and Khaite’s fall argyles and Blazé Milano and Sandro’s high school plaids are some fall patterns to replace summer’s flowers and stripes. Sporty attire for working out in ’70s style, courtesy of a pair of Adidas x Wales Bonner track shorts, a Balenciaga cropped hoodie, or a vintage-inspired t-shirt from The Row. Retro sneakers are having a moment, of course, thanks in part to Tory Burch and Loewe.

Embracing your academic side has never looked so elegant, and this generation of designers seems to feel the same way. This fall, the college student dress trend takes a couture twist. Shop our edit of varsity cardigans, varsity jackets, high school plaids and more below.

varsity style jackets

Throw on a varsity jacket this fall to feel the school spirit. From Saint Laurent to Everlane, these jackets are athlete-approved.

Saint Laurent Bear Bomber Jacket

Everlane Varsity Bomber Jacket The ReWool

Scotch & Soda Varsity Bomber Jacket

Thom Browne Milano Knit Bomber Jacket

Givenchy Embroidered Wool Cropped Bomber Jacket

Varsity jacket with off-white embroidered patches

Folds please!

Preppy pleated school skirts were all over the runways this season, from Prada and Wales Bonner to Miu Miu and Thom Browne. This is a school uniform style to stock up on.

Wales Bonner Sitar Pleated Skirt

Miu Miu raw edge cotton pleated midi skirt

Thom Browne Drop Back Pleated Wool Skirt

The Row Vinsky pleated twill midi skirt

Chopova Lowena Ocean pleated cotton midi skirt

pleated nylon skirt by Prada

Varsity Cardigans and Cable Knits

Academic staples like cable-knit sweaters and logo-print cardigans can be found from fashion favorites Miu Miu and Gucci. Chevron sweaters from Tory Burch and Lacoste have an especially retro feel.

Re/Done 50s V-neck Cardigan

Gucci v-neck cotton knit cardigan

Lacoste school jumper

Tory Burch V-Neck Chevron Ribbed Cotton Jumper

Miu Miu lambswool cardigan

Preschool Plaid Blazers

High school plaid is a timeless fall print, and these plaid blazers are the perfect back-to-the-office staple. Pair it with a pleated skirt to really kick up the schoolgirl look.

Veronica Beard Oria Dickey check knitted blazer

Madewell Caldwell double breasted blazer

Sandro Jada Windowpane Check Blazer

Blazé Milano Kaos Houndstooth Wool Twill Suit Jacket

Gucci Love Parade check linen-blend blazer

argyles all the time

Like plaid, argyle is another fall pattern to consider when creating your fall wardrobe. Think of it as a welcome replacement for your summer flowers and stripes.

Marni long-sleeved argyle cardigan

Khaite Hana Argyle Polo-intarsia cashmere

Manors Golf off white lambswool cardigan

Ganni argyle wool-blend vest

Purdey argyle cotton vest

Miu Miu Cashmere Intarsia Knit Jumper

The perfect knit polo

Designers like Wales Bonner, Gucci and Thom Browne have mastered the preppy knit polo. With a looser style, they look perfect tucked into a pleated skirt or pants.

Bottega Veneta striped open knit cotton-blend polo shirt

Gucci striped cotton knit polo shirt

Extreme Cashmere No.198 Salamander Stretch Cashmere Rugby Jersey

Polo Ralph Lauren in cotton cable knit

Thom Browne striped polo shirt

Nili Lotan Peyton cotton knit polo sweater

rules of rugby

At Louis Vuitton’s fall 2022 show, the final looks included striped rugby shirts tied around the models’ waists. If that’s not a sign to invest in style, then we don’t know what is.

Kool The Women’s Rugby T-Shirt

Everlane The premium weight rugby shirt

Rowing Blazers rugby shirt with block stripe

Mackintosh Wool Knit Rugby Shirt

Ralph Lauren Striped Cropped Knit Rugby Shirt

Athletics

Designer tracksuits from Tory Burch, Wales Bonner and Gucci are upgraded versions of your dad’s tracksuits from the ’70s.

adidas x Wales Bonner WB Track Jacket in Recycled Fiber Blend

Adidas x Wales Bonner WB Recycled Fiber Blend Track Pants

Tory Burch retro knit flared track pants

Tory Burch Retroknit Track Jacket

Gucci tape trim printed techno track pants

Gucci tape trim print tech knit cropped track jacket

recreational sports

Get in shape with any of these retro-inspired workout styles. Gym class never looked so good!

Cropped cotton sweatshirt with Miu Miu print

Balenciaga Political Campaign women’s shrunken zip-up sweatshirt

Adidas x Gucci cotton jumper

Two-tone cotton T-shirt The Row Pomorie

Adidas x Wales Bonner Embroidered Logo Jacquard Knit Shorts

retro sneakers

Retro sneakers are having a moment, of course, especially with this navy and white style from Tory Burch and the Adidas x Gucci Red Velvet Gazelles.

Women’s Adidas x Gucci Gazelle Trainers

New Balance 2002R mesh and suede trainers

Loewe Ballet Runner in leather and suede

Tretorn Nylite Plus sneakers

This article first appeared on vogue.com

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