Polished Prep

Author:: Emily
Publish date:: Mar 12, 2012
Updated on: May 21, 2015

Forever 21 Top, Miu Miu Collar and Heels, Kate Spade Skirt, Cupcakes and Cashmere for Coach Bag, Essie Topless and Barefoot Nail Polish

For those times you want a preppy look without the weight of a button-down, a detachable collar is pretty much the only way to go. Since I never got my hands on Miu Miu's earlier version with cats, this '70s-inspired print is a close second. It feels wonderfully androgynous, in a necklace-meets-bow-tie sort of way that's the ideal balance to a frilly lace shirt and pink accessories.

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