Wool, cotton, and the odd bits of silk and cashmere are the only acceptable materials for Prep clothes. They look better. They require professional m…

- Lisa Birnbach

Looking, acting, and ultimately being Prep is not restricted to an elite minority lucky enough to attend prestigious private schools, just because an…

- Lisa Birnbach

It is the inalienable right of every man, woman, and child to wear khaki.

- Lisa Birnbach

A tip: if you're invited to your friend's country club to go the lost and found bin and pretend that you left something there. Next thing you know, y…

- Lisa Birnbach

You can't regret what you can't remember.

- Lisa Birnbach

Always underdress. The goal is not to look as if you made an effort for the particular event. If you can dress for a different party (i.e., wear blac…

- Lisa Birnbach

Sarcasm mascarades as the Preppy's sense of humor.

- Lisa Birnbach

Like everything else, Preppiness begins in the home.

- Lisa Birnbach

Cynicism is more than a pose; it's also a handy time saver. By deflating your companion's enthusiasm, you can cut conversations in half.

- Lisa Birnbach