Peplum comes from ancient Greek women's costume known as Peplos. It evolved during the Doric and Ionic periods and was made using a rectangular piece of cloth which was folded at the top and dropped full length to the ankle.
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Peplum lends a slimming look when used with soft fabrics. It works best with pencil skirts and skinny jeans.
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Peplum is an evergreen fashion item on the red carpet. It suits every body type, petite, tall, slender, athletic, curvaceous, every possible shape and size! It makes the waist appear smaller and visually shifts the weight downward where it ends. Even broad hips are visually slimmed down as the focus shifts upward to the hem of the flowy peplum.
Peplum on curvier frame
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Peplum on petite frame
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Delicate neck pieces or jewellery go very well with the slimming peplums. Chunky pieces or statement jewellery steal the peplums' delicacy and add more weight, which is great on skinnier frames. Same with handbags and shoes. Clutches and strappy shoes add an elegant touch to the peplum ensemble.
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On the contrary, it can add weight and some bulk if the material is stiffer or heavier. This is ideal for girls who are skinnier on the top.
For a casual yet feminine, flirty look, opt for a light material peplum top in sheer fabrics. Put the look together with skinny jeans and strappy wedges. Dress it up with stilettos.
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With skirts, it goes best with pencil skirts that graze the knees or long, maxi skirts that hug the hips and legs . A line, umbrella skirts kill the whole flare game going on with the peplum top.
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There are casual peplums too which don't flare as much and give a very nonchalant look. These are perfect for running errands in, or going to college, etc.
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Peplum dresses almost always come with a tapering bottom. The most common collar for the peplum is a simple 'U' neck which sits just below the collarbone. However, it is so versatile and different necks offer a classy look to the outfit.
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It can create an interesting silhouette with a high - low hem combination.
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Off shoulder tops instantly make a classy attire, and add peplum to it, and you have a fun and flirty, classy yet demure combination.
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Pair it over a sari with the drape to the front and you have just created an interesting cocktail of Indian and western wear. Similarly, it pairs well with dhotis, salwar, and ghagras as well.
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Give any outfit, the edge of a jacket and glam up the jacket with a peplum. Ideal for any occasion.
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Play with the peplum, because the sky is the limit. It is so versatile and goes well with any fabric, design, and combination.
Fashion is an art and there are no hard and fast rules, so have fun experimenting with different collars, fabrics, prints, textures, and hems.
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