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Spring 2005 Proenza Schouler Purple Printed Dress
Spring 2005 Proenza Schouler Purple Printed Dress

Spring 2005 Proenza Schouler Purple Printed Dress

By Proenza Schouler

Located in Toronto, Ontario

cups that are embellished with top stitching. Empire waist with piping throughout the bust that matches

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Early 2000s American Empire Waist Dresses

Vintage Alexander McQueen Black Leather Fortuny Crinkle Dress
Vintage Alexander McQueen Black Leather Fortuny Crinkle Dress

Vintage Alexander McQueen Black Leather Fortuny Crinkle Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Alexander McQueen black leather "Fortuny crinkle" dress with empire waist, plunging

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21st Century and Contemporary British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Ralph Lauren Midnight Blue & White Sheer Woven Strapless Maxi Dress
Ralph Lauren Midnight Blue & White Sheer Woven Strapless Maxi Dress

Ralph Lauren Midnight Blue & White Sheer Woven Strapless Maxi Dress

By Ralph Lauren

Located in New York, NY

hem measures 50" in total length. The empire waist to the top of the bust measures 5 1/2" in

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1990s Italian Maxi Dresses

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1970's Harmay Lemon Yellow Maxi Dress With Chiffon Skirt
1970's Harmay Lemon Yellow Maxi Dress With Chiffon Skirt

1970's Harmay Lemon Yellow Maxi Dress With Chiffon Skirt

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Size: M or 4 see measurements

1970's Harmay Lemon Yellow Maxi Dress With Chiffon Skirt

Located in Houston, TX

chiffon skirt that beams down from the empire style waist. The top is decorated with french knot

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1970s American Empire Waist Dresses

Valentino Silk Floral Print Halter Top Long Dress
Valentino Silk Floral Print Halter Top Long Dress

Valentino Silk Floral Print Halter Top Long Dress

By Valentino

Located in Milan, Italy

size M Bust 36 inch Empire Waist 34 inch Hips 40 inch Total length 50 inch

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Empire Waist Dresses

Harvey Berin Off-White Jewel -Encrusted Evening Gown
Harvey Berin Off-White Jewel -Encrusted Evening Gown

Harvey Berin Off-White Jewel -Encrusted Evening Gown

By Harvey Berin

Located in Topanga, CA

estate of Agusta Berin. A-line fit with empire waist. Top covered in crystal beading

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1960s Vintage Bridal Gowns

Paul and Joe White Sequin Embellished Ruched Sleeveless Top S
Paul and Joe White Sequin Embellished Ruched Sleeveless Top S

Paul and Joe White Sequin Embellished Ruched Sleeveless Top S

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

silhouettes. Covered in white sequin embellishments all over along with ruched V neckline and an empire waist

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21st Century and Contemporary Blouses and Tops

1990s Chanel Satin Mini Dress
1990s Chanel Satin Mini Dress

1990s Chanel Satin Mini Dress

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

waist. Back zip with top buttons. Very slight discoloration under arms - not noticeable when worn

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1990s French Day Dresses

Dior Vintage Pant Suit

Dior Vintage Pant Suit

Unavailable

Size: 42

Dior Vintage Pant Suit

By Christian Dior

Located in Montecito, CA

vent and slit cuffs with four crystal and gold buttons. Empire waist with hidden snaps on top only

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20th Century French Trouser Pant Suits

Ronald Amey Rare Evening Coat & Evening Dress in Devore Velvet & Satin 1970s
Ronald Amey Rare Evening Coat & Evening Dress in Devore Velvet & Satin 1970s

Ronald Amey Rare Evening Coat & Evening Dress in Devore Velvet & Satin 1970s

By Ronald Amey

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

sleeveless, the satin yoke is empire waist, top stitched throughout in a design that follows the shape of the

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1970s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Size S Blue & Orange Palm Leaf Print Mesh Maxi Dress
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Size S Blue & Orange Palm Leaf Print Mesh Maxi Dress

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Size S Blue & Orange Palm Leaf Print Mesh Maxi Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in San Francisco, CA

spaghetti strap bralette top and empire waist long, tiered, maxi skirt. Made in Italy. Excellent Pre-Owned

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Late 20th Century Italian Maxi Dresses

Lillie Rubin Black Jersey Maxi Evening Dress, C.1970
Lillie Rubin Black Jersey Maxi Evening Dress, C.1970

Lillie Rubin Black Jersey Maxi Evening Dress, C.1970

By Lillie Rubin

Located in Atlanta, GA

From Shoulder to Top of Empire Waist Panel 11" Length From Shoulder to Bottom Empire Waist Panel 13.25

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1970s American Maxi Dress

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Size 6 Camel Wool/Tweed Panel Cocktail Fall Holiday Dress
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Size 6 Camel Wool/Tweed Panel Cocktail Fall Holiday Dress

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Size 6 Camel Wool/Tweed Panel Cocktail Fall Holiday Dress

By Giambattista Valli

Located in San Francisco, CA

sleeveless style features a camel felt bodice finished with raw edges and top stitching, empire waist with

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

1960's Bob Bugnand Pink & Green Silk Strapless Dress With Wrap
1960's Bob Bugnand Pink & Green Silk Strapless Dress With Wrap

1960's Bob Bugnand Pink & Green Silk Strapless Dress With Wrap

By Bob Bugnand

Located in Atlanta, GA

measurements. Bust 32" Empire Waist 24.5" Full Hips 50" Bodice Length at Front From Top to Empire Waist 8

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1960s American Evening Gowns

Christian Dior Top Embellished Empire Waist Navy Silk Fits 6
Christian Dior Top Embellished Empire Waist Navy Silk Fits 6

Christian Dior Top Embellished Empire Waist Navy Silk Fits 6

By Christian Dior

Located in Miami, FL

Christian Dior midnight blue silk sleeveless top with a front and rear V-neck. Front has an empire

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21st Century and Contemporary French Blouses

ANNE KLEIN c.1970's Blue & Red Floral Paisley Print Empire Waist Maxi Dress
ANNE KLEIN c.1970's Blue & Red Floral Paisley Print Empire Waist Maxi Dress

ANNE KLEIN c.1970's Blue & Red Floral Paisley Print Empire Waist Maxi Dress

By Donna Karan, Anne Klein

Located in Thiensville, WI

Donna Karen. Spaghetti straps. Empire waist. Floral boarder print at top of bodice and waistline. Low

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Miu Miu Black Silk Blouse
Miu Miu Black Silk Blouse

Miu Miu Black Silk Blouse

By Miu Miu

Located in Oakland, CA

Lovely Miu Miu black sleeveless blouse. Pleated shoulder straps. Fitted top with empire waist

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Blouses

1970s Balloon Sleeve Print Ossie Clark
1970s Balloon Sleeve Print Ossie Clark

1970s Balloon Sleeve Print Ossie Clark

By Ossie Clark

Located in Rockwood, ON

: open Bodice: 9" from shoulder to top of empire waist seam Skirt: 31" from the top of the

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1970s Day Dresses

1970s Balloon Flutter Sleeve Jean Varon
1970s Balloon Flutter Sleeve Jean Varon

1970s Balloon Flutter Sleeve Jean Varon

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Size: XS-SML (4-small shoulder/small b

1970s Balloon Flutter Sleeve Jean Varon

By Jean Varon

Located in Rockwood, ON

Bodice: 11" from shoulder to top of ribbon at empire waist Skirt: 30" from top of ribbon at empire waist

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1970s Day Dresses

2006 Python Silk Roberto Cavalli Gown
2006 Python Silk Roberto Cavalli Gown

2006 Python Silk Roberto Cavalli Gown

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Rockwood, ON

seam to side seam Bodice: 11" from top of straps to empire waist seam, 5" from top of bodice to 1st

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Beaded Halter Victoria Royal Gown
1960s Beaded Halter Victoria Royal Gown

1960s Beaded Halter Victoria Royal Gown

Located in Rockwood, ON

detailing on the empire waist and into the top portion of the skirt. I love the attention to detail taken in

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1960s Evening Gowns

Vintage BILL BLASS for MAURICE RENTNER Printed matelasse dress
Vintage BILL BLASS for MAURICE RENTNER Printed matelasse dress

Vintage BILL BLASS for MAURICE RENTNER Printed matelasse dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Newport Beach, CA

is a floral matelasse woven fabric with large-scale floral overprint on top. The empire waist

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1960s American Day Dresses

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By Sergio Rossi

Located in Brindisi, Bt

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By Stephen Sprouse

Located in Austin, TX

1988 Stephen Sprouse sequin gown with off center racing back. Has stretch. Orange, pink and yellow color Condition: Excellent Size 6

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By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Saint Petersburg, FL

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Located in San Diego, CA

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Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

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By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

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Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Empire Waist Top For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary empire waist top you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Beige, Purple and more. If you’re looking for an empire waist top from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Alexander McQueen, André Courrèges and Christian Dior each produced a popular version that is worth a look.

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On average, an empire waist top on 1stDibs sells for $692, while they’re typically $315 on the low end and $807 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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