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: a short section attached to the waistline of a blouse, jacket, or dress
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Take a cue from the spring 2026 runways, which offered up ample evidence for the peplum’s return along with ideas on how to wear it.
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Diana Tsui, Footwear News, 15 June 2026
This statement-maker has an exaggerated peplum silhouette thanks to its oversized short sleeves.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026
The sleeveless crew-neck dress featured a sculptural peplum bodice that flared around her upper thighs, which was layered over a floor-length column skirt underlay.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 13 June 2026
The peplum-style tank top cinches gently at the waist for a flattering fit without sacrificing comfort, while the breezy wide-leg pants offer plenty of airflow on especially hot days.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
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Diana Tsui, Footwear News, 15 June 2026
This statement-maker has an exaggerated peplum silhouette thanks to its oversized short sleeves.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026
The sleeveless crew-neck dress featured a sculptural peplum bodice that flared around her upper thighs, which was layered over a floor-length column skirt underlay.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 13 June 2026
The peplum-style tank top cinches gently at the waist for a flattering fit without sacrificing comfort, while the breezy wide-leg pants offer plenty of airflow on especially hot days.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for peplum
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“Peplum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peplum. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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