Essentials: Third Time's a Charm

So that you have something with which to entertain yourself during Irene, here is the third installment of my special about Prep Essentials! Please remember that these are only a few examples; almost every store makes an oxford and cardigan of some sort. These are just some of the classics!

# 5 The Oxford

RL, $89.50  http://tinyurl.com/cpsphp

Brooks Brothers, $98.50 http://tinyurl.com/4yacjal

 

 Ann Mashburn, $125 http://tinyurl.com/453chvr

  

# 6 Lilly Pulitzer Dress

Lilly dresses are absolutely perfect for Sunday Brunch, the Kentucky Derby, and basically everything else. Please see http://tinyurl.com/3kzsbkv for some examples!

#7 Cardigans

J.Crew, $62.00 http://tinyurl.com/3q7hn7q

J.Crew, $62.00 http://tinyurl.com/3awvhu8

 

Gap, $44.95 http://tinyurl.com/3wwcdhm

 

Banana Republic, $69.50 http://tinyurl.com/3bvfqrz

Lilly Pulitzer Endless Summer Sale

Good morning, everyone! I hope you've all gotten the chance to shop the Lilly sale (http://www.lillypulitzer.com/category/pc/1/84.uts). The selection is absolutely incredible, and a preppy girl can never have too much Lilly!

Daddy so kindly offered to check the website every so often at work (he goes to work at 6:00am) so I didn't have to stay up all night checking. What a gentleman =) Now spend away (you're doing your part to fix the economy; no one can argue with that!) and go back to sleep!

 

Here's what I purchased:

The Delia dress in Classic White Had Me A Blast

$99, http://tinyurl.com/3mdkmyz

The Collins dress in Hotty Pink First Impression

$89, http://tinyurl.com/3khf2zo

 

The Eryn dress in Hotty Pink Wrapping Stripe

$99, http://tinyurl.com/3kgmzyj

Stationery

There isn’t much else that makes you feel as special as receiving a handwritten letter in the mail. Let’s face it: few people use stationery these days. Many prefer emails, text messages, or mentions on Twitter to a beautifully written card. However, there are some traditionalists left, and, if you’re one of them, this post is for you.

Brooks Brothers $178 for 100 Cards

 http://tinyurl.com/3gbo62o

Crane & Co $29 for 20 Sheets

http://tinyurl.com/3zk2tjr

Jack & Lulu $18 for 10 Cards

http://tinyurl.com/4ydt7q6

Kate Spade for Crane & Co $20 for 10 Cards

http://tinyurl.com/3nrcwps

Polka Dots Stationery $46 for 150 Sheets

http://tinyurl.com/3bjm2l8

Preppy Monogramed Gifts $22 for 10 Cards

http://tinyurl.com/3aonazu

The Stationery Studio, $50 for 150 Sheets

http://tinyurl.com/3cbtzqj

Also, if these prices seem a bit steep, you can check your local Hallmark store or even grocery store; Hallmark sells packs of cards, 20 for 6.99. I found some with fleur de lis--yay Kappas!

Essentials, Part Deux

Today, I'll continue my series on the essentials of the prep lifestyle.

#3 Riding Boots

Hunter $195, http://tinyurl.com/3cknsy6

Lands End $168, http://tinyurl.com/3cnbukq

J.Crew $298, http://tinyurl.com/42pe583

#4 The Polo

Ralph Lauren and Lacoste are two of the most well-known names when it comes to polo shirts. However, almost every preppy store makes a version.

RL $49.99, http://tinyurl.com/3pcwb3n

Lacoste $79.50, http://tinyurl.com/3kx4dt8

Essentials

Prep Essentials

There are many items that preps hold dear. Over the course of the next few days, I will be posting about those items. If you wish to be taken seriously as a prepster, please take notes!

#1 Nautical-inspired striped shirts

See my previous posts http://thepreppydelight.blogspot.com/2011/05/seeing-stripes.html and http://thepreppydelight.blogspot.com/2011/06/saint-james-ne-de-la-mer.html

#2 The School Boy Blazer

Rugby, $298 http://tinyurl.com/3lyhx7s 298

J.Crew, $188 http://tinyurl.com/4xg5emg

Lilly Pulitzer - Fall Collection

I've finally gotten the chance to check out Lilly Pulitzer's Fall 2011 Collection. Needless to say, I'm in love. Below are some of my must-haves!

 The Evie Dress in Bright Navy Ring Pop Jacquard

($188, http://tinyurl.com/3bmrug8)

The Noelle Shirt in Bright Navy Showtime Dot

($88, http://tinyurl.com/3s3ogcv)

The Karen Top in Classic White Had Me a Blast

Not really Fall-appropriate, but adorable nonetheless

($118, http://tinyurl.com/3pyepgy)

While you’re there, check out their new agendas. I recommend the large; it’s not too big, but it has ample room to organize your busy schedule!  ($24.95, http://tinyurl.com/3zyr5kb)

And don’t forget some correspondence cards to keep in touch with your prepster friends! ($17.95 for 6, http://tinyurl.com/3fujasc)

Now if I catch any of you in their new terry cloth sweatsuit set...