Five of the best: Peplum dresses By Gemma Cartwright Oct 17, 2008 1:57:27 PM pep·lum (pplm) n. pl. pep·lums 1. A short overskirt or ruffle attached at the waistline of a jacket, blouse, or dress. 2. Something you will probably end up buying this season, even if you don't like it now. Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus. comments powered by Disqus