Pep'lum noun ; plural English - lumus , Latin -la . [ Latin ] A peplos. Hence: An overskirt hanging like an ancient peplos; also, a short fitted skirt attached to a waist or coat. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/P/50
An overskirt of sorts that comes from the waistline of a top and ruffles outward. It's a very 80s look. A decorative hem variation for some jackets. Used to embellish or lengthen a blouse, jacket, or other top, and sometimes dresses and skirts. Found on http://www.thesewingdictionary.com/