TRENDING: Peplums

Michelle Williams in Louis Vuitton; Duchess Kate Middleton in LK Bennett;
Emma Stone in Martin Grant; Charlize Theron in Lanvin

Commonly mistaken with something related to biology, peplums have been seen everywhere for the past year, and seem only to be growing in popularity. Made popular by the Spring 2012 runway collections (Jason Wu, Vera Wang, YSL), they're now on every red carpet, from Michelle Williams' red Louis Vuitton Oscar dress to Kate Middleton wearing LK Bennett, to Charlize Theron and Emma Stone both rocking peplums on their MTV Movie Awards dresses. 

Peplums on the Runway
Vera Wang, Jason Wu, Armani, YSL

This trend has been around for a while, and in my opinion it is a great way to make your look more fashionable in a simple way. If you haven't tried it yet, there are so many ways to and I highly encourage it. While they may seem too high fashion to wear, with the selection of wearable tops, dresses, and skirts, you can be assured that you won't stick out like a sore thumb when you're walking down the street. 

Here's how to get the look

If you want to try the trend without breaking the bank

LOOK 1: Tie Neck Ruffle Blouse, Magenta Peplum Skirt, Mary Jane Platforms

LOOK 2: Lace Peplum Dress, Black Booties

LOOK 3: Nude Lace Peplum Top, Skinny Jeans, Ballet Flats

LOOK 4: Paisley Peplum Blazer, Black Mini Skirt, Patent Pumps

If you're looking for more high fashion pieces

LOOK 1: Cobalt Peplum Jacket, Cropped Trousers, Platform Sandals

LOOK 2: Tweed Peplum Top, Leather Pants, Suede Cutout Booties

LOOK 3: Dark Grey Crystal Pumps, Metallic Lace Peplum Dress

LOOK 4: Bow Blouse, Black Leather Peplum Skirt, Black Spiked Heels