peplum

noun

pep·​lum ˈpe-pləm 

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

peplumed

ˈpe-pləmd 

adjective

Illustration of peplum

Examples of peplum in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Older fashions lingered in ruffled collars, peplums and traces of corset boning. — ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026

Meanwhile, Lou celebrated her fashion week milestone in a light pink acid wash denim minidress, which featured a structured peplum bodice embellished with buttons running down the front. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 3 Oct. 2026

And Lafayette 148’s interest in quilting was evident the brand’s geometric denim skirt, jeans and peplum jacket. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026

Volume and shape played a starring role as well, from bubble hems and layered ruffles to peplums and drop-waists. — Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Latin, from Greek peplon peplos

First Known Use

1866, in the meaning defined above