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: a short section attached to the waistline of a blouse, jacket, or dress
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The structured sweetheart neckline added the perfect amount of drama, in addition to a peplum waist.
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Angel Saunders, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
The star stood out in a futuristic, silver off-the-shoulder gown that had a structured corset construction with bubble-shape peplum over a long skirt.
—Sabienna Bowman, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024
The theme comes together through sporty stripes, reimagined shirting, peplum silhouettes, capri pants and denim tunics in fluid and soft fabrications.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 Oct. 2024
There are cowl-like lapels and animal prints, peplum dresses and head scarves and shirts with the brand’s distinctive asymmetrical plackets.
—Nathan Heller, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024
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Angel Saunders, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
The star stood out in a futuristic, silver off-the-shoulder gown that had a structured corset construction with bubble-shape peplum over a long skirt.
—Sabienna Bowman, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024
The theme comes together through sporty stripes, reimagined shirting, peplum silhouettes, capri pants and denim tunics in fluid and soft fabrications.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 Oct. 2024
There are cowl-like lapels and animal prints, peplum dresses and head scarves and shirts with the brand’s distinctive asymmetrical plackets.
—Nathan Heller, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024
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“Peplum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peplum. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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