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The Official Preppy Handbook
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Published in 1980, 'The Official Preppy Handbook' is a satirical guide that explores the preppy culture, including fashion, manners, and social behaviors.
The book became a New York Times bestseller and is known for its humorous and insightful look at the upper crust of American society.
It covers various aspects such as preppy schools, fashion, drinking culture, and social events like debutante balls.
The book's success was unexpected but widespread, especially in the Southern United States, where preppy style was particularly prevalent.
The book became a New York Times bestseller and is known for its humorous and insightful look at the upper crust of American society.
It covers various aspects such as preppy schools, fashion, drinking culture, and social events like debutante balls.
The book's success was unexpected but widespread, especially in the Southern United States, where preppy style was particularly prevalent.
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Taylor Lorenz when discussing the preppy handbook's influence on 80s Republican fashion.
Taylor Lorenz when discussing the preppy handbook's influence on 80s Republican fashion.
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