How to Wear the Peplum

Contouring Curves

The cut and silhouette of the peplum top you choose can make all the difference in the overall look. If you're worried that a peplum will expand your waist or give a pregnancy look years before (or after) you plan on being pregnant, then go for a fitted peplum top with body contours to give you a defined shape that flairs at the hip.

Peplum Short-Sleeve Top, That Shuu Girl

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Lace Luxuries

Pairing a sheer or laced peplum over a fitted dress solves the general concern behind wearing see-through pieces (ahem, nothing on underneath) and accentuates your hips to gives you more curves in all the right places.

Eyelet Peplum Top, Melodrama

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Color Popping

Peplums and skinny jeans are a match made in fashion heaven. With solid color peplum tops, throw in a punch of color with shoes like we did here, or use a statement necklace piece to draw attention to your face.

Long-Sleeve Peplum Top, Tres Chic

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Back to the Basics

Peplums offer the same mix-and-match convenience as button downs, with a bit of extra flair. Don't be afraid to mix a solid color peplum with a geometric print or brocade pattern.

Half-Sleeve Peplum, Dress Up

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Two-Toned

If you're comfortable with the peplum trend and are looking for an easy way to spice it up, opt for a colorblock version with a deep v-neck to call attention to all your assets.

Two-Tone Vintage Peplum, That Shuu Girl

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Just Jacketing

However, if you're still new to the peplum trend and aren't so sure you want to be stuck in an outfit you may hate come afternoon, opt for a jacketed version of the look. A peplum jacket allows just enough try-on time to test out the look between your destinations and the traditional outerwear hue makes sure that you can add the trendy piece to any outfit you already have in your wardrobe.

Belted Peplum Jacket, Melodrama

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Go Big or Go Home

If you're going to do the peplum, then DO the peplum. Jazz up your next cocktail party or night on the town with this festive peplum dress that is sure to turn heads of fashion critics and future beaus alike.

Sequin Peplum Dress, Wh!te Label

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Pulled Down Peplum

Peplums don't have to just accentuate your waist. Use a peplum skirt instead of a top to pull the flair down farther south for a more professionally sleek style.

Peplum Skirt, Melodrama

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