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Owen Peters: Minnesota Teen Blends Prep and Glamour

artist · 2026-06-08

Nineteen-year-old Owen Peters from Shakopee, Minnesota, has gained recognition in Vogue for his unique blend of preppy and glamorous fashion. Raised in a Minneapolis suburb, Owen transitioned from graphic tees to a minimalist, brand-free style in middle school to cope with homophobia. During the COVID-19 lockdowns, he explored alternative aesthetics on TikTok. A significant shift occurred in his sophomore year when he embraced baggy Carhartt work pants. Currently studying communications at the University of Minnesota, he dreams of becoming a fashion stylist. His wardrobe features oversized basketball shorts, diamond earrings, a Polo Oxford shirt, and a rhinestone necklace, with cherry cola red hair inspired by Addison Rae. Owen often thrift shops due to 'shopping anxiety' and a belief in fate, drawing inspiration from figures like Gene Kelly and Jackie O. His application for American Style x Vogue showcased a henley, basketball shorts, and vintage Nikes.

Key facts

  • Owen Peters is 19 years old.
  • He is from Shakopee, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis.
  • He majors in communications at the University of Minnesota.
  • He hopes to become a fashion stylist.
  • His style is described as 'prep and glamour'.
  • He thrifts most of his clothes.
  • His hair is dyed cherry cola red inspired by Addison Rae.
  • He applied to American Style x Vogue.

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Artists

Institutions

  • University of Minnesota
  • Vogue
  • American Style x Vogue
  • Target
  • Walmart
  • Brandy Melville
  • Carhartt
  • Polo
  • Nike
  • eBay
  • Dior Homme
  • Mall of America

Locations

  • Shakopee
  • Minnesota
  • Minneapolis
  • United States

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