My daughter made another gown for my heroine to wear. I love
the high waist often referred to as an empire waist gown.
The style of this gown goes back to the 18th century,
but only received its name in the 20th century by those in
Britain. At that time they called it “Empire Silhouette”. Napoleon’s
first wife – Empress Josephine de Beauharnais whether she was dedicated to
fashion or not made this style very fashionable, not only in France but also in
England.
She popularized the style of a fitted bodice ending just
below the bust or a couple inches below the bust. A gathered skirt below that
is long and loosely fitted, skimming the body without numerous petticoats below
makes for a flattering figure that doesn’t hold to the contours of the body.
This style is still seen in the fashion industry on the red
carpets and runways.
If given the opportunity I’d wear this dress in a minute and actually
wore a beautiful gown with an empire waist to my prom.
Be kind and compassionate to
one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians
4:32
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