Like it or not, peplums are creeping their way back into fashion. The dramatic silhouette—with an instantly recognizable flared, gathered, or pleated waist—had a major moment in the early 2010s, thanks to labels like Jil Sander and Lanvin. But we’ve seen the voluminous shape start reappearing on a handful of stars this past year, from Deepika Padukone to Alicia Vikander. The most recent A-lister on board with the look? Actor Florence Pugh, who also wore a peplum gown to the 43 annual London Critics’ Circle Film Awards in London earlier today.
Bringing a dose of high drama to the red carpet, Pugh—who was nominated for Best British/Irish Actress for her role in The Wonder—wore an all-red look with a fanned out peplum from Robert Wun’s spring 2023 couture collection. The strapless, floor-length gown was completed by a theatrical red brimmed hat and sweeping vail. After years of more sleek, pared-back shapes on the carpet, it seems Hollywood stars are clearly ready for a dash of 2010s excess again. The question is: Are you?
