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A casual, sport-influenced aesthetic that evolved from Ivy League campuses. It’s defined by bright colors, Madras, and a relaxed, country-club-meets-coastal vibe.
Ivy/Trad (1950s) is the formal, conservative "parent" style born on campuses. Preppy (1970s+) is its colorful, casual "child" influenced by sportswear and leisure.
"Preppy" stems from elite prep schools. "Ivy" refers to the Ivy League universities where the look originated. "Trad" signifies Traditional, trend-resistant menswear.