The newest variant of "preppy," led mostly by Gen Alpha over the last year, refers to bright clothing, lots of pink, and specific accessories like ribbons, bowties, and Stanley water bottles.

Living; Your personal stylist: From punk to preppy, how to style your plaid . Updated: ; Sep. 27, 2013, 10:00 a.m. | Published: ; Sep. 27, 2013, 9:00 a.m.