For the stylish gentleman of color, authenticity is absolutely paramount with regards to his character. Especially if said gentleman owes his upbringing to an urban influence, maintaining an atmosphere of realness is of the utmost importance. However, this keen awareness can swiftly transform into a painfully misguided ideology that states a man must “keep it real” at all costs.  This mentality can manifest itself in his behavior and pertaining to the topic at hand in his clothing. I am here to let you know, a distinguished gentleman can still dress conservatively preppy without betraying his urban roots. Now, I am not endorsing a wholesale reinvention of your wardrobe. At least not yet. What I am saying is that a few preppy elements can be deftly incorporated into your wardrobe in minimal increments with maximum, elegant reward. Here are few to consider.