peplum
/ˈpɛpləm/
noun
- A short, flared piece of fabric attached at the waist of a jacket, dress, or blouse, often used as a decorative detail.
- The jacket's peplum gave it a vintage 1950s silhouette.
- She wore a black dress with a peplum that added a flirty flair to the outfit.
- For the party, I chose a blouse with a small peplum to accentuate my waist.
- In ancient Greek and Roman clothing, a short, draped garment worn over the tunic, often fastened at one shoulder.
- The statue of the goddess was carved wearing a flowing peplum over her tunic.
- In the museum, we saw a vase painting of a woman adjusting her peplum.
- The actor's costume included a simple peplum made of white linen.