{inspired by} the modern vassar girl

I have always been in love with everything old school and classic. Navy blazers, crisp blue button-downs, anything leather- these are just a few examples. So understandably I would own the book Take Ivy and obsess over the Ivy League asthetic. This book is such a great snapshot of life in 60s collegiate America. I am particularly impressed with the Vassar Girl- popularizing menswear way before our era of everything "boyfriend". Though their boxy jackets, straight-legged khakis and Brooks Brothers oxfords look infinitely cool, I could never pull off the look unless I stopped eating and lost twenty pounds. (which will never happen, no worries) So here I am, trading the boxy jacket for a soft cardigan, an ironed oxford for a fitted polo, bermuda shorts for a wool mini, and leopard print flats instead of loafers. 

If the original Vassar girls are cringing at the sight of my liberal rendition, then they can probably rest in peace after checking out the book I'm reading. And while we're on this topic, I could borrow a little bit of those Vassar smarts tonight for my 10-pager. Thanks in advance.