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.

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, you have a fabulous sweater.

Like everything else, Preppiness begins in the home.

Sarcasm mascarades as the Preppy's sense of humor.

Even if you're starting from scratch and buying a new wardrobe, preppy clothes are very fairly priced compared to high fashion. They're very easy to absorb into your wardrobe. You probably already have stuff you can wear and there's a safety factor. You're dressed for success, in a way, if you look like you grew up with success.

Preppy clothes are built to last, since they certainly won't go out of style.

Dartmouth Winter Carnival opens, proving once again that bitter cold is no obstacle to going completely out of control.