Another 80s trend.... how long will it last??

As I sitting here looking through magazines and getting all of my fashion updates which I love, I am seeing a trend that could haunt me!! The peplum is BACK!!! Just think about it and the fashions of the 1980s... there are the shoulder pads and the bigger the better, Bright neon, Knee high tube socks which looked sooo sexy with the short Addidas shorts, Stone washed jeans, and the peplum!!

Think of all the old 80s teen films, specially Teen Witch. In the last scene her dress has a peplum! My question is did this fashion trend give way to the oh so scary skirt/pant combo?? Do you remember those days when you wore the pants and skirt of the same fabric together?? Why oh why did we think that was cool?? Anyways, the peplum was then on everything in the last 1980s and early 1990s. Just look at all the old prom/homecoming photos. So with this trend starting to make it's way back onto the runways in some very elaborate lengths and prints. (Here's SJP as Carrie in Sex in the City) I wanted to figure out why this is coming back.

So I did a little research and went back into fashion history. While it was first created in the 19th century, the peplum really became part of a woman's wardrobe in the 1940s, then resurfaced in the late 80s.... And now in 2012!! Even though it started out as a jacket with a cinched waist and then the peplum attached, we are now seeing them on dresses and pencil skirts.

It can be flattering if worn the right way. Keep it a fitted peplum even if you are trying to conceal your hips. The peplum itself gives the illusion. The extra fabric will just make you look larger and will defeat the purpose.

Check out this peplum pencil skirt!! Super cute and the color blocking is fantastic but that peplum pulls your eye away from Emma's great figure and beauty.

These are very hot right now but will they last into more seasons, I am not  sure. So my advice is to think carefully on how you purchase your peplum. A printed dress like these may only last one season or two

but the jackets in my opinion will always be flattering. Paired with skinny jeans and heels it's the perfect go to outfit for any occasion!!

I know we like to throw some retro into our closets but make it a piece that can be classic as well. We already have a ton of great trend pieces taht we need a staple!! Peplums are here now so we might as well embrace it and enjoy them while they are here!!