peplum

noun

pep·lum ˈpe-pləm

: a short section attached to the waistline of a blouse, jacket, or dress

peplumed

ˈpe-pləmd

adjective

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Simone Bellotti suggested a nipped in peplum shape with drop shoulders at Bally, Stella McCartney went ’80s oversize, Tory Burch introduced a collarless, belted, and wrapped silhouette, and Blazy showed an almost cartoonishly oversize take at Bottega. —

Madeline Fass, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2024 Both sets feature the dramatic leopard collar, cuffs, and buttons, with a soft peplum. —

Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024 Born with an Aquarius sun and Venus, Chloe Moretz rocked a futuristic 3D water-drop peplum top, blending high fashion with a fierce touch of modern art. —

Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024 The rugby player kicked off the night in strapless midnight blue velvet Oscar de la Renta peplum gown accessorized with statement drop earrings, rings and bracelets. —

Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for peplum