I had the amazing blessing of winning a trip to New York Fashion Week, sponsored by Project Runway and Verizon, so I made sure to go all out and make the Old World New fashion statement seen by any eyes that would graze over me in my 15 seconds of NYFW exposure. You all know this means I wore something vintage/thrifted! This piece is one of my unique “must have at first sight” finds, even though I had no idea how I would eventually style it. It has been in my closet for over a year. NYFW was the perfect time to showcase it’s beauty. I believe it is a 1980’s off the shoulder peplum top. Fortunately, it doesn’t scream 80’s! I paired it with jeans I distressed (as seen in this $20 thrift challenge), a Rocksbox necklace and a comfy pair of black wing-tip styled shoes. I made the mistake of wearing heels the previous day, and my feet are still cross with me because of it. The icing on the cake of this outfit is the purse, gifted by Lifetime. I just love it – a classic, large black purse is something every lady needs. Overall, I really enjoyed bringing this piece into the 2010s. I think it turned out lovely!
Josh looked dashing, as well, in his blue & white polka dot top, gray dressy denim and brown accessories.
And cheers to Zac Posen for agreeing to take this photo with me. Don’t I look like I fit in? Haha!
This was truly an experience of a “Lifetime!” Check out my photo diaries (Day 1, Day 2, Day 3) and stay tuned for more on my New York adventures!
xoxo dolls & dudes,
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so jealous you got to meet zac posen! love the top!
xoxo, Preeti
http://www.ninesto5.com
I wish I could have talked to him, the meeting was just in passing. Thank you!!
Cute shirt! Looks like a lot of fancy schmancy in the background of your photos and it looks like complete insanity. Can’t wait for all of the NYFW posts. Maybe I’ll consider going next year! xx, adaatude.com
Lol yes, there was a lot of fancy schmancy going on – that originally deters me from events like this, but I have to say it was a lot of fun! I’m going to try to go again next year, too!
What a FABULOUS time at NYFW!!! Dying. And that peplum top is really pretty!
xx, Karen
Glam Karen
Thank you so much, Karen! It was a grand time!
That top is straight up stunning!! So happy you had a great time!! <3
xoxo,
Amanda | http://www.TheChambrayBunny.com
Thank you, Amanda! 🙂
You look fabulous. That is such an incredible opportunity to have won! Hope you’re having so much fun
Thank you so much, Allison! It was such a great trip!
So jealous!! I’m dreaming of going to NYFW next year!:) This top is just gorgeous and it looks like you caught photographers eyes! xo
McKenna
stylewaltz.com
Thank you, McKenna, fashion week is such a rush. I hope to attend more shows in the future!
That top is adorable! And how fun that you got to go to Fashion Week! I would be completely intimidated, but you looked so at ease!
I just had to go for it, Amy! I love flaunting my thrift finds, too, so that made it easy lol. Thank you!
OMG that is amazing!!!! And of course you look amazing!!!!
xoxo
Brooke
Thank you, Brooke! 🙂
I love that black and white peplum top! And that photo with Zac Posen.
Thanks so much, LaVonndra! 🙂
that’s awesome! from what i know about ZP, im surprised that he posed! can’t wait to read more about your trip:)
elle
Southern Elle Style
I don’t know much about him outside of his work and his role on the show, but I’m super glad he was down to snap a picture with me! I’ll be posting all week, girl! 🙂
That top is AMAZING!! LOVING the pic of you with Zac Posen!!
Kisses,
Sarah
EverydayStarlet
Thank you, Sarah! 🙂
Love the top! And jealous you got to meet Zac Posen! Have fun in NY!
xoxo. | cymone.
The Block is Haute
Thank you – it was such a great time, Cymone! 🙂
WHATT! NYFW….what a dream! Y’all looked stunning and comfy. I am still shocked that you WON a trip to NYFW!
You and me, both! It all happened so quickly, and the time there sped right on by, too lol. But it was a dream come true! Now I’m working towards getting myself there next year!
I’m so jealous! What a dream! I love Project Runway so much, what a great opportunity! You look awesome!
It is such a great show! I got to shop with my favorite contestant (& winner), Dom! Thanks so much, Riley! 🙂
I like the way the shoulders are made. Black and white are my favorite color duos!
Apparently after shopping in New York, they seem to be mine, too! I love grey the most in the winter, so it makes sense lol!
You look stunning!! How fun to have gotten to go and even better to have won a trip! SO aweosme!
http://www.amemoryofus.com
It was extremely awesome, Darcy! Thank you 🙂
YOU LOOK BEAUTIFUL!!! In all caps because you were really stunning, the whole experience must be so awesome!!
hehehe, thank you SO much, Ana! It was a great experience, and it makes me want to go back to New York as much as possible lol 😉
You looked amazing! Ready to learn all the ins and outs of FASHION! I bet you had so much fun! So exciting!!! YAAY New York and fashion! Thanks for sharing!
It was so much fun!! Thank you, Amanda Marie! 🙂
What a adorable top. I’m loving the stripes!
Thank you, Bethany! 🙂
What an adorable shirt. You look amazing!
Thank you so much, Tammy!
Love that top! It makes a statement!
Thank you! 🙂
Love the top!! Looks like you had an amazing time!!
http://www.Fashionabella.com
Thank you, Whitney – it was awesome!
Such a great top! And Zac… wow lucky you! Thanks for sharing your trip to NYFW!
Thank you, Ashleigh! & I couldn’t keep it to myself, it was such a great week 🙂
Awe, so so glad you had a wonderful time and how fun that you got a picture with Zac Posen!!! You looked adorable and the two of you together, chic!
xo,
Brooke | KBStyled
Thank you, darling!! 🙂
So cute! I love it!!
Thank you, Chelsea! 🙂
Love what you wore! That top is fabulous!!! And Zac Posen! Ah! So great!! Looks like you had fun!
Sportsanista
It was a great time, Mary! 😀
wow… fun fun fun… Love the top:) Post more pix…
I will I will, there are more up, now BonBon 🙂
I was able to go, but winning a trip sounds even better! Looks like you had an amazing time, and i would need to go top shopping with you , with these great vintage finds ! In love with the top on you, so flattering! Would have been fun if we ran into each other !
Thanks for linking up with Turning Heads Tuesday!
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
It really would’ve been great running into you there! I’m planning on going back and for more shows next year! Thank you, Jess 🙂