Preppy, the classic and WASP style of dressing is making a comeback. And celebrities and fashion designers alike are getting their “old money” look on. In the ’80s when there was a financial boom and crisis, hip hop was in it’s infancy, crack was ruining American cities and the Cosby’s were cool, preppy was all the rage. Flash forward to this year and everything seems very familiar except the soundtrack in now T.I., Beyonce and M.I.A.. Imagine Kanye West appearing on “Gossip Girl” and you get the point. Black, bougie and powerful. Now, we even have the first Black President in U.S. history who went to the Ivy League both Columbia and Harvard. Here is a look at the return of the Prepster.

Voted as one of GQ’s 100 best men’s stores in America, this men’s specialty clothing boutique is a perfect blend of all- American tradition, southern charm, and metropolitan chic. Akin to a modern-day gentleman’s club, every piece spread throughout the dark-stained wood shelves and tables reeks of quality and has a classic sensibility. Among a range of other lines, you’ll find A.P.C. denim ($155), Levis 501S ($48), Polo, Tretorn footwear ($65), and handpicked Brunello Cuccinelli cashmere sweaters ($995- $1075). Sid’s own line includes dress shirts made from Italian, English, or Japanese cloth, completed with bleached mother of pearl buttons from Italy. Now is the time when you take a moment to let this all marinate; yes, we know it’s a lot. From meticulously customized suits (there is an in- house tailor) to timeless furniture, casual wear and accessories, this one- stop shop can even offer something to the ladies; the thick- framed Rayban glasses ($95- 215) are flattering on females and males alike, and the musky Musgo Real colognes work on the more assertive woman too. Our favorite pick? The handmade Globe Trotter luggage ($550- $2300) in forest green with cognac leather trim- it’s sure to last a lifetime, and only get better with use. You’ll find yourself shopping amongst a diverse selection of discerning young men as well as more seasoned, older ones who shop with an air of easy- going confidence in the trustworthy products and staff. And if you become a regular, you might even find yourself sitting around with Mashburn and the others, talking about well… guy stuff, because that’s just the kind of welcoming environment that these gentlemen have created.

- Sydney Cannon