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: a short section attached to the waistline of a blouse, jacket, or dress
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Both sets feature the dramatic leopard collar, cuffs, and buttons, with a soft peplum.
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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
The structured sweetheart neckline added the perfect amount of drama, in addition to a peplum waist.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
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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
The structured sweetheart neckline added the perfect amount of drama, in addition to a peplum waist.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Peplum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peplum. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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