Fashion & Beauty

Peplum power

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The peplum, a style that was popular in the waist-cinching ’50s, takes takes center stage as the feminine silhouette for spring. Here’s three ways to wear it well: 1. Wear a fitted top! This creates a more streamlined look. And for a less dramatic look, sport a miniature take on the trend. • Alexander Wang top, $340 at Bergdorf Goodman, 754 Fifth Ave. • Preen “Tilly” skirt, $2,260 at net-a-porter.com • Betsey Johnson ring, $55 at Macy’s Herald Square • Earrings, $38 at Sequin, 234 W. 39th St. • Platform sandal, $460 at tilamarch.com Alex Troesch
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2. Opt for skinny, cropped pants! Peplum matched with skinny pants will balance out your figure. With this flirty top, you can channel your inner girly girl! • Camilla and Marc peplum top, $300 at net-a-porter.com • Vince Camuto trousers, $89 at Bloomingdale’s, 1000 Third Ave. • Silver earrings, $95 at ben-amun.com • Boutique 9 “Orra” pumps, $120 at ninewest.com Alex Troesch
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3. Stick to solid colors! This way, you don’t look cut in half. Here, a formal silk dress is an elegant way to embrace the trend. • Silk peplum dress, $460 at chloeandreese.com • Jewel cuff, $8.80 at forever21.com • Cuff, $30 at R.J. Graziano, 212-685-3737 Alex Troesch
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The peplum top is most versatile for styling. Just pair it with a simple pair of skinny trousers or a sexy pencil skirt, and you’re set! Tibi peplum top, $275 at Bergdorf Goodman Zandy Mangold
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Sonia Rykiel peplum top, $895 at Bloomingdale’s Zandy Mangold
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Peplum top, $19.80 at forever21.com Alex Troesch
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Top, $34.95 at H&M, 435 Seventh Ave. Zandy Mangold