Ask the expert: How do I make a preppy outfit work for the office?

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Love yourself a little school girl fit but looking to wear it in a more polished way? There are plenty of preppy accents that can be worn with your work blazer, tailored trousers or pencil skirts. Read on to see how you can ace these looks effortlessly!

Good Ol’ Navy 

As the preppy style is characterised by its distinct colour palette, the best way to incorporate this trend into your work wear is by mixing and matching colours. And, one of the most popular preppy colour combinations is navy blue and white.

Touch and Feel

For a more grown-up take on the preppy ensemble, a textured pairing such as an embellished skirt or a pair of brocade print trousers will do the trick.

A Hero Piece

Pick one statement preppy piece - a polo shirt, pleated skirt, track jacket - and pair it with anything tailored.

Down to the Details

The fastest and easiest way to pull off this preppy trend and look office appropriate is to by way of a shirt and tie.