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NYFW – Vintage Off Shoulder Peplum Top

What I wore to NYFW - 80s Peplum black & white off the shoulder top in a street chic style with boyfriend jeans and wingtip-inspired shoes.

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!

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Josh looked dashing, as well, in his blue & white polka dot top, gray dressy denim and brown accessories.

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And cheers to Zac Posen for agreeing to take this photo with me.  Don’t I look like I fit in? Haha!

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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,

Addie

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  • preeti
    September 14, 2015

    so jealous you got to meet zac posen! love the top!

    xoxo, Preeti
    http://www.ninesto5.com

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    • Addie
      preeti
      September 15, 2015

      I wish I could have talked to him, the meeting was just in passing. Thank you!!

      Reply
  • Adaleta Avdic
    September 14, 2015

    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

    Reply
    • Addie
      Adaleta Avdic
      September 15, 2015

      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!

      Reply
  • Karen
    September 14, 2015

    What a FABULOUS time at NYFW!!! Dying. And that peplum top is really pretty!
    xx, Karen
    Glam Karen

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    • Addie
      Karen
      September 15, 2015

      Thank you so much, Karen! It was a grand time!

      Reply
  • Amanda R
    September 14, 2015

    That top is straight up stunning!! So happy you had a great time!! <3
    xoxo,
    Amanda | http://www.TheChambrayBunny.com

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    • Addie
      Amanda R
      September 15, 2015

      Thank you, Amanda! 🙂

      Reply
  • Allison Gallagher
    September 14, 2015

    You look fabulous. That is such an incredible opportunity to have won! Hope you’re having so much fun

    Reply
    • Addie
      Allison Gallagher
      September 15, 2015

      Thank you so much, Allison! It was such a great trip!

      Reply
  • McKenna
    September 14, 2015

    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

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    • Addie
      McKenna
      September 15, 2015

      Thank you, McKenna, fashion week is such a rush. I hope to attend more shows in the future!

      Reply
  • Amy at Mom's Magical Miles
    September 14, 2015

    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!

    Reply
    • Addie
      Amy at Mom’s Magical Miles
      September 15, 2015

      I just had to go for it, Amy! I love flaunting my thrift finds, too, so that made it easy lol. Thank you!

      Reply
  • Brooke Ellen
    September 14, 2015

    OMG that is amazing!!!! And of course you look amazing!!!!

    xoxo
    Brooke

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    • Addie
      Brooke Ellen
      September 15, 2015

      Thank you, Brooke! 🙂

      Reply
  • LaVonndra Johnson
    September 14, 2015

    I love that black and white peplum top! And that photo with Zac Posen.

    Reply
    • Addie
      LaVonndra Johnson
      September 15, 2015

      Thanks so much, LaVonndra! 🙂

      Reply
  • Elle Spann
    September 14, 2015

    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

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    • Addie
      Elle Spann
      September 15, 2015

      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! 🙂

      Reply
  • Sarah Blodgett
    September 15, 2015

    That top is AMAZING!! LOVING the pic of you with Zac Posen!!
    Kisses,
    Sarah
    EverydayStarlet

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    • Addie
      Sarah Blodgett
      September 15, 2015

      Thank you, Sarah! 🙂

      Reply
  • Cymone | The Block is Haute
    September 15, 2015

    Love the top! And jealous you got to meet Zac Posen! Have fun in NY!
    xoxo. | cymone.

    The Block is Haute

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    • Addie
      Cymone | The Block is Haute
      September 15, 2015

      Thank you – it was such a great time, Cymone! 🙂

      Reply
  • Jessica
    September 15, 2015

    WHATT! NYFW….what a dream! Y’all looked stunning and comfy. I am still shocked that you WON a trip to NYFW!

    Reply
    • Addie
      Jessica
      September 15, 2015

      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!

      Reply
  • Riley
    September 15, 2015

    I’m so jealous! What a dream! I love Project Runway so much, what a great opportunity! You look awesome!

    Reply
    • Addie
      Riley
      September 15, 2015

      It is such a great show! I got to shop with my favorite contestant (& winner), Dom! Thanks so much, Riley! 🙂

      Reply
  • Tami
    September 15, 2015

    I like the way the shoulders are made. Black and white are my favorite color duos!

    Reply
    • Addie
      Tami
      September 15, 2015

      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!

      Reply
  • Darcy
    September 15, 2015

    You look stunning!! How fun to have gotten to go and even better to have won a trip! SO aweosme!
    http://www.amemoryofus.com

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    • Addie
      Darcy
      September 15, 2015

      It was extremely awesome, Darcy! Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  • Ana Fernandez
    September 15, 2015

    YOU LOOK BEAUTIFUL!!! In all caps because you were really stunning, the whole experience must be so awesome!!

    Reply
    • Addie
      Ana Fernandez
      September 15, 2015

      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 😉

      Reply
  • Amanda Marie
    September 15, 2015

    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!

    Reply
    • Addie
      Amanda Marie
      September 15, 2015

      It was so much fun!! Thank you, Amanda Marie! 🙂

      Reply
  • Bethany
    September 15, 2015

    What a adorable top. I’m loving the stripes!

    Reply
    • Addie
      Bethany
      September 15, 2015

      Thank you, Bethany! 🙂

      Reply
  • Tammy Greene
    September 15, 2015

    What an adorable shirt. You look amazing!

    Reply
    • Addie
      Tammy Greene
      September 15, 2015

      Thank you so much, Tammy!

      Reply
  • The Southern Thing
    September 15, 2015

    Love that top! It makes a statement!

    Reply
    • Addie
      The Southern Thing
      September 23, 2015

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  • Whitney
    September 15, 2015

    Love the top!! Looks like you had an amazing time!!

    http://www.Fashionabella.com

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    • Addie
      Whitney
      September 23, 2015

      Thank you, Whitney – it was awesome!

      Reply
  • Ashleigh
    September 15, 2015

    Such a great top! And Zac… wow lucky you! Thanks for sharing your trip to NYFW!

    Reply
    • Addie
      Ashleigh
      September 23, 2015

      Thank you, Ashleigh! & I couldn’t keep it to myself, it was such a great week 🙂

      Reply
  • Brooke
    September 15, 2015

    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

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    • Addie
      Brooke
      September 23, 2015

      Thank you, darling!! 🙂

      Reply
  • NYFW – Bloomingdale’s + Project Runway Shopping Spree | Old World New
    September 16, 2015

    […] more of our New York adventures here – Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, What I Wore, Project Runway […]

    Reply
  • Chelsea
    September 16, 2015

    So cute! I love it!!

    Reply
    • Addie
      Chelsea
      September 23, 2015

      Thank you, Chelsea! 🙂

      Reply
  • Mary
    September 16, 2015

    Love what you wore! That top is fabulous!!! And Zac Posen! Ah! So great!! Looks like you had fun!

    Sportsanista

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    • Addie
      Mary
      September 23, 2015

      It was a great time, Mary! 😀

      Reply
  • BonBon
    September 16, 2015

    wow… fun fun fun… Love the top:) Post more pix…

    Reply
    • Addie
      BonBon
      September 23, 2015

      I will I will, there are more up, now BonBon 🙂

      Reply
  • jess
    September 20, 2015

    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

    Reply
    • Addie
      jess
      September 23, 2015

      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 🙂

      Reply

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