Whenever I visit CT, I use it as an excuse to step up my prep game. The easiest way for me to accomplish this is to throw on a striped garment and some pearls (last seen here). This time around I rocked a cold shoulder top and my go-to chunky necklace. This top is one of my favorites because it is a feminine take on a boxy boyfriend shirt. I tied the ends up to add a little California flair, and polished off the look with beaded lace-up sandals. Stay tuned New York Fashion Week event coverage.

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Top c/o Current Clothing (similar here) | Shorts | Shoes | Necklace

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Blue and White Stripes

Blue and white stripes are as preppy as it gets. Rather than a classic button down or collared shirt, gravitate towards a less common silhouette or neckline. Consider a halter, tube dress, or an off the shoulder shirt like the one modeled here. I styled mine with a modern pair of skinny jeans.

Pearls and accessories

Funk up your pearls and accessories when styling your blue and white stripes. Rather than a dainty strand, go for a more dramatic effect with costume jewelry. I adorned the featured top with what I refer to as my “Mardi Gras beads“! A chunky necklace like this will effortlessly take your preppy look to a new level.

All or Nothing

When you step out of your comfort zone, you have two options: all or nothing! Own the “new” you and embrace the fact that you are trying something different. I definitely felt silly walking around with a basket of sunflowers but hey, never mind the things we do for love, it’s more like the things we do for blog pics…

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Top originally from Current Clothing (similar here and here) | Jeans | Shoes | Necklace {similar)

A special thanks to Luke Wayne Photography for capturing the moment.

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