Carrying on from yesterday’s post I was inspired to research the “preppy” aesthetic in interiors, both current and of yesteryear. It’s fabulous to see the trends and items that weave themselves from the past into modern versions of rooms and homes. Here are some great images of designers that specialize in this look, which has many trademarks such as a mix of antiques and newer items, bold prints, classic details, animal prints, rich color, gilded details and luxurious upholstery.
Dorothy Draper and her masterful Greenbrier Hotel:
Sister Parish, designer to Jackie O:
Miles Redd, who does modern glam preppy like no one else!
Kemble Interiors (Celerie Kemble and her mother, Palm Beach fixture Mimi McMakin):
Aerin Lauder’s home is a fabulous example of the preppy look:
Badgley Mischka’s country house is equestrian preppy chic:
A fabulous dorm room (yes, dorm room) of a student a Drew University:
Here are some of my picks for adding a little old school preppy flair to your home:
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