Lacoste
Founded by tennis legend René Lacoste, Lacoste makes the crocodile polo, a tennis-club classic that mixes sport and style.
Polos · $110
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Affordable preppy brands
Affordable preppy clothing brands
You don't need Ralph Lauren money to dress preppy. These brands sell rugby stripes, knit polos and collegiate staples for less.
Quick answer: Start with Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren and Rowing Blazers. Take the free 2-minute style quiz to see which fit your style, or read on for the full list.
Brands worth knowing
Tommy Hilfiger
Tommy Hilfiger makes red, white and blue American prep, bold and casual. It was a 90s hip-hop staple and remains a classic.
Clothing & Accessories · $90Watch · $159
Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren makes American preppy clothing built on polo shirts, oxford cloth, and Ivy League style, and has grown into a global lifestyle brand.
Polos · $125
Rowing Blazers
Rowing Blazers is a preppy label founded by Jack Carlson. It draws on vintage Ivy League, British rowing, and international sportswear to make pieces with a witty, irreverent edge.
Rugby Shirts · $225Blazers · $485
Sporty & Rich
Sporty & Rich is Emily Oberg's brand of clean, wellness-coded sportswear with a vintage American country club look. It started as a mood-board magazine.
Shorts · $115Hoodies · $145
Palmes
Palmes is a Copenhagen brand that takes tennis and leisurewear culture in a Scandinavian minimalist direction. Its clean-cut shirts, hoodies, and accessories have a devoted following in the fashion-sport crossover.
Tennis Shirts · $110Trousers · $145
Affordable preppy clothing brands
Affordable preppy brands sell the classic Ivy-League look at lower prices than luxury heritage labels: polos, rugby shirts, blazers and knitwear.
Affordable preppy clothing brands?
Affordable preppy brands sell the classic Ivy-League look at lower prices than luxury heritage labels: polos, rugby shirts, blazers and knitwear.
What are the best affordable preppy brands?
This guide features Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren, Rowing Blazers, Sporty & Rich and Palmes. Take the 2-minute quiz to see which fit your style and budget.
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