The essentials: Peacoats, knit vests, cardigans, stripe sweaters, oxford shirts, suspender jeans, pegged pants, cords, opaque tights, rain boots, knit caps, tweed berets.

The palette: Black, white, gray, bone, putty, khaki, olive, tan, wine, royal and powder blue.

Bottom line: Packed with collegiate staples, Lacoste's collection took its cue from the preppy chic of the '80s.