Splurge, Sensible, Steal: The Pretty Peplum

Peplum is yet another trend I cannot wear.  I am almost a perfect hour glass.  I think there is a one cm difference between my hips and boobs.  As a result, if I wear peplum I automatically look more like a pear.

But this is a pretty trend and I can see how it would do wonders for girls with different body shapes - so  I have made it the feature of today's Splurge, Sensible, Steal.

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SPLURGE

Le Posh Peplum

I have to admit I struggled with this outfit - I found the gorgeous top and skirt and put them together to create an illusion of a dress (with the added benefit of being able to split them into two different items if anyone buys) - and then struggled with the accessories.  I confess I am still not 100% happy with this one!  What would you have done differently?

Featuring (price low to high):

• Shimmer Cube in Violet by the Body Shop - $40.95
• Marc by Marc Jacobs Brass and Enamel Lip Earrings from Net-A-Porter - $45.00 (approx.)
• I Will NOT Tweet Cardigan by Alannah Hill - $149.00
• Maharani Chain Necklace by Mimco - $179.00
• Miss Amazon by Peeptoe - $249.00
• Lotus Peplum Top by Zimmerman - $350.00
• Lotus Belted Wrap Skirt by Zimmerman - $375.00
• Yves Saint Laurent Belle de Jour Patent Leather Clutch from Net-A-Porter - $602.00 (approx.)

SENSIBLE

Pretty in Peplum - Mauve Gold-ess

I've called this one Mauve Gold-ess for two reasons.  1) Cheesy names are something I really enjoy and 2) the maxi dress with the rose gold seemed very glam and goddess like.  My favourite piece?  The Rocking Horse Ring - so different!

Featuring (price low to high)

• Rose Gold Hair Cone by Diva - $6.99
• And Mary Rocking Horse Rong from ASOS - $13.60 (reduced from $25.50)
• Large Rose Gold Bib Necklace from Colette - $14.95
• Gossip Clutch by Colette - $34.95
• Lipsy Bling Bracelet Watch from ASOS - $68.00
• Andy T-Bar Sandals by Witchery - $79.95
• Hollywood Maxi by Sheike - $199.95

STEAL

Price-Wise in Peplum

I've had to do a bit of importing with this one - as I continually complain, really affordable dresses are hard to come by in Australia.  New Look though has very affordable flat shipping rates so if you get a few things its not too bad at all.  

I added the blue and black skull scarf to add an element of fun to this outfit.  I personally really like it, and I am more of a fairy princess as opposed to skull sort of girl...

Featuring (price low to high):

• Kezia Bangle by Cotton On - $3.35 (reduced from $4.95)
• Black Tone Double Diamond Stud by Lovisa - $9.99
• Chloe Clutch by Cotton On - $10.00 (reduced from $14.95)
• Blue Skull and Rose Print Scarf by New Look - $10.70 (approx.)
• Shrug with Trim by Ally Fashion - $14.99
• Blue Peplum Dress by New Look - $15.00 (approx.)
• Baker Heel by Rubi - $20.00 (reduced from $49.95)