peplum blazer + dating vintage pieces

peplum vintage blazer paired with sequins - Thrifting DivaThis thrifted peplum blazer is seriously chic!  I mean, it is a peplum, polka dot blazer.  I have told you before, I LOVE polka dots, as you can see here, here and here.  Well, you get the picture.  Now the peplum trend is one that I probably will never let go.  It’s a good thing that I am not a slave to trends.  If I like it, I will wear it until I don’t anymore.  I came across this peplum blazer at Thrift Traders here in San Diego and paid $5.00 for it.

peplum vintage blazer paired with sequins - Thrifting Diva DSC_8140-2The blazer was designed by Et Al by Ronnie Rosado according to one of the tags.  Another tag on the blazer was an Int. Ladies Garment Workers Union (ILGWU) label in red, white and blue prominently displaying the Made in U.S.A. slogan.  If you are trying to date your vintage pieces these ILGWU tags are most helpful.  If there are no ILGWU labels then most likely, the piece is not vintage.  In this case, since it was the red, white and blue tag, I know the piece was made anywhere from between 1974 and 1995.  A quick search on google for Et Al Ronnie Rosado and I quickly learned that the designer was an 80s designer.   Just some quick tips on dating vintage pieces.

peplum vintage blazer paired with sequins - Thrifting Diva peplum vintage blazer paired with sequins - Thrifting Divapeplum vintage blazer paired with sequins - Thrifting DivaBut, back to this gorgeous blazer.  I love the double peplum ruffles.  Check out that awesome gold piping on the edges and to top it off it has gold polka dots!!!

peplum vintage blazer paired with sequins - Thrifting Diva peplum vintage blazer paired with sequins - Thrifting DivaOf course, feeling the gold in the blazer, I figured why not go all out with a gold sequin shirt.  I thrifted this gold sequin shirt from Goodwill for $4.00.  Certainly, you must already know that I have a true thing for sequins and will find a way to wear them at various occasions, day or night.  I have certainly given you some ideas of rocking your sequin finds here, here and here.

peplum vintage blazer paired with sequins - Thrifting Diva peplum vintage blazer paired with sequins - Thrifting DivaAs I was only heading to drinks with the ladies, I paired the blazer and sequin top with some skinny jeans and my black mesh booties.  I added a glittery gold clutch that was a definite score from Marshalls at $5.00 on clearance and was ready for an evening out.

Have you come across pieces that you needed to date?  What are your tips for dating vintage pieces?

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59 comments

  1. Gosh Ayana, that blazer is too cute!! I would have taken it home as well. Love the top too. If only I’d have any luck finding a decent sequin piece thrifting.

    I think I am trying to say “You are looking fab!” 🙂

    Alex – Funky JungleInstagram

  2. Everything about this is great! The peplum blazer is too cute, and pairing it with sequins was genius!

  3. It’s so amazing when you can find the perfect piece that you adore in the thrift store for only $5! Love it when things are vintage and made in the US as well!
    Chic on the Cheap

  4. Very cute, Ayana! That blazer is a great item. I love pairing trendy costume jewelry with vintage pieces. Gives it nice modern/vintage look. Looking good, sis!

    ~Whitney
    http://www.whitneynicjames.com

  5. You look soo fab! That blazer is so very chic indeed! I can.t believe all these finds!
    Kiss
    Edwige | http://www.hypnozglam.com

  6. I LOVE this look. That blazer is so cute and once again a really great deal.

  7. Love that blazer! And I’m a sucker for gold and glitter! I love how you added that to this outfit! Love it all! 🙂

  8. Wow, what a surprise with the sequin top – love it!!!

  9. Wonderful blazer! I love the style, and awesome job on the whole assemble!

  10. I LOVE how the yellow/gold lining matches the shirt! So cute <3

  11. You’re freaking KILLING it in the second to last picture!

  12. I’ve never come across a peplum blazer, but why am I not surprised you can easily pull off this look, too? Clearly you know what works for your body type, unlike myself here haha

    • Nancy,
      Actually that was the first time I had ever seen one and I had to snatch it right there and then. I have learned about what works for me from a lot of trial and error. Don’t give up on that.

  13. As if you paid $5 for that!! Amazing and absolutely gorgeous as always!

  14. Wow. Swap out the jeans (or not) and you look like you could be in an episode of Pushing Daisies. LOVE that.

  15. What a great outfit, I love everything about it!

  16. That peplum blazer is so fun and unique and looks great with the sequined yellow tank and fun earrings.

    Come link this joyful outfit with me, today. Thanks. =)

  17. I love this outfit! I have been wanting to get some yellow pieces for my wardrobe. For some reason I don’t have many!

  18. This outfit looks so great on you, love the pop of yellow/gold!

  19. That blazer is so cute! And I love the top underneath!

  20. I love the shoes and the jacket! You look awesome!

  21. Oh! I just love that blazer! And your blog layout is so cute 🙂

  22. You look amazing! That blazer is just too cute!

  23. Great outfit. It’s so fun and bright.

  24. I don’t think a blazer like this would ever suit me but it looks great on you!

  25. You look amazing! Love that blazer and the gold below it really sets it off!

  26. That yellow shirt is do vibrant! (:

  27. This looks great on you and OMG That surprise sequin shirt! gorgeous!

  28. That jacket is absolutely perfect! And the sequins, so perfect!

  29. This peplum blazer is a HOT piece. No seriously, I love this blazer. I can’t stop saying how much I would love to go thifting with you.. You have a really good eye. Gorgeous!

    • Adanna,
      Thank you! I swear that is one of my awesome go to jackets. A friend of mine who was with me when I bought it couldn’t imagine what I would do it with it, as it came with some serious shoulder pads. Anytime you are in San Diego, let me know. I would love to take you out to some of the great thrift stores we have here.

  30. So I love this because it’s black and gold. And I’m a Steelers fan. Ha.

    But this is super hot.

    Rock on!

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