StyleNest rounds the best of peplums from the SS12 collections.
The shape of the season, without a doubt has to be peplum – cinched in waists with a feminine frill at the hip give your look an hourglass shape. Peplums were all over the SS12 collections from Giles to Jason Wu and most notably at Preen where peplums brought to life the stunning kaleidoscope of digital prints.
Style Tip: Try toughening up a pretty peplum top with a leather pencil skirt and statement necklace or inject some style into your working wardrobe with a chic peplum pencil skirt or dress. Peplums are ideal for weekend laidback style too, just pair a printed peplum top with boyfriend jeans and ballet flats for an on trend but off-duty vibe.
See how to work SS12’s biggest trends in to your everyday wardrobe with out Get the Look page.
Marc by Marc Jacobs Striped Peplum Top
Marc by Marc Jacob’s summer stripes are back with this playful take on the peplum top. Pair with boyfriend jeans and Converse for a relaxed weekend look.
Project D Phoebe Bluebird Peplum Dress
This dress has a real vintage glamour vibe about it – perfect for a summer wedding or garden party. Keep the look modern with a statement shoe and boxy clutch.
Roksanda Ilincic Wool Crepe Colour Block Top
Channel the colour block trend with this statement top by Roksanda Illincic. A peplum frill comes out at the back of this top for a playful take on the trend. For a contemporary cocktail look pair with tailored trousers, heels and a gold clutch for a masculine meets feminine look.
Pencil Skirt with Frill
Bring your working wardrobe into summer with this pastel coloured pencil skirt. Add a classic white shirt buttoned up with a statement necklace for a Preen inspired look.
Callula Lillibelle Kate Jacquard & Mesh Peplum Midi Dress
The sweetheart neckline, peplum flare and candy pink colour give this dress a girlish charm. Ensure it stays on the right side of ladylike with modern accessories – killer heels and a chic clutch – perfect for a summer wedding.
Carven Dress with Peplum Detail
We love the inky blue tone to this dress as it’s a more summer appropriate alternative to black. Add a pop of colour with some bright wedges or colour blocking shoes
Boutique at Jaeger Claire Cherry Blouse
Sweet as cherry pie, this cute top will add a girlish edge to navy chino shorts and ballet flats this summer.
Warehouse Floral Peplum Hem Top
Pair this floral print with off duty denim or this season’s candy coloured jeans for a sweet spring look.
Moschino Cheap & Chic Blue Cotton Peplum Pencil Dress
This is a great boardroom to bar dress – just add some of this season’s statement bangles and you’re good to go. The Royal Blue shade is perfect for celebrating the forthcoming Jubilee too.
Preen Tilly Crepe and Lace Skirt
Preen’s peplums were showcased amongst intricate 3D lace and vibrant digital prints. Follow suit and pair this statement skirt with a crisp white shirt to show off the skirt’s detail in all its glory.
Woven Cotton Peplum Top
By Charles Anastase at Browns
Update the classic nautical trend with this cotton peplum top. Pair with navy, cream and black for a chic South of France vibe.
Peplum Dress
The LBD is the perfect base for peplums. Simply add a statement necklace and patent heels for a contemporary take on classic workwear.
Blouse
With a ¾ length sleeve this top is perfect if you’re self conscious about your arms. Pair with cropped red jeans, ballet flats and a summer trilby for a chic city look.
