Gentlemen of Hampden-Sydney

I’ve listed Hampden-Sydney again this year as the most preppy college in the South. It was founded in 1775, when … More

Summer Classics – eBay and Thrifting

A Madras plaid tie makes a sharp addition to the summer wardrobe. The one I’m wearing is from Ralph Lauren. … More

John Fitzgerald Kennedy’s first political campaign came in 1946 when he ran for Congress in the 11th District of Massachusetts. … More

Since the move to South Carolina last summer, I’ve had a chance to scout thrift stores in my area and … More

My wife and I recently made a trip down to Middleburg, VA for the spring point-to-point races at Glenwood Park. … More

In his book Class: A Guide Through The American Status System, cultural critic Paul Fussell presents a concise analysis of … More

“Hi, my name is Preppy Croc, and I’m a tie-o-holic.” If you’ve never been to this meeting before, the correct … More

I always check the tie rack of any thrift store because there will inevitably be a gem lurking among the … More

This combination features a Huntington plaid sport coat of wool and silk in a spring/summer weight. The sport coat has … More

As fun as it is to find well-made, classic clothes at bargain basement prices, I also believe in supporting local … More

I was on the upper west side of NYC this morning and stumbled upon a terrific shop: Columbia U Consignment at … More