Monthly Archives: November 2010

Two New Prep-Influenced Lines, Pink & Green Gifts

Hello-Hello, welcome to a new week, and yet another of our annoying this-will-have-to-do-for-two-days posts, with apologies.  (Yes, the mayhem has commenced, heaven help us all.) We have looks at two soon-to-debut lines. These styles are from the upcoming Thom Browne … Continue reading

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J. Crew Bridal Spring 2011, Preppy Pet Styles

Hello-hello, welcome to an almost weekend here at the Prepatorium. We have all manner of goodies today, beginning with something we do love to look at, wedding gowns. At last month’s Bridal Market J. Crew revealed styles for next spring. … Continue reading

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At the 11th Hour…

At the 11th hour… On the 11th day… Of the 11th month… Camp Eggers – Afghanistan They shall be remembered. No matter the conflict… No matter the age… No matter the place…. The sacrifice remains the same. And the faces … Continue reading

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About Those True Prep Reviews, Savings of the Preppish Sort

“Naturally, there is never an explanation of why prep culture is something worth glorifying or even a subject worthy of two whole books. Continue reading

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Lisa Birnbach Wishes She Was Betty Draper Sometimes

Discussion about the “commercialization of prep” as it relates to the book prompted us to ask Ms. Birnbach about products and brands heavily showcased in the new book and/or at events on the book tour. Continue reading

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