Edwardian Cream Beaded Silk Chiffon Appliqué Empire Waist Top
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Cream Beaded Silk Chiffon Appliqué Empire Waist Top
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Empire Waist Top
1990s Missoni Vintage Flower + Logo Silk Rayon Jersey 90s Empire Waist Top Shirt
By Missoni
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful vintage 90s MISSONI silk + rayon jersey empire waist sleeveless top! Features flowers in
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1990s Italian Camisoles and Shell Tops
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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Edwardian White Linen & Lace Empire Waist Redingote Top
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian White Linen & Lace Empire Waist Redingote Top
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Edwardian White Linen & Lace Empire Waist Redingote Top
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian White Linen & Lace Empire Waist Redingote Top
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Beautiful Etro Multi - Print Silk Patchwork Babydoll Empire Waist Blouse Top
$315Sale Price|20% Off
Beautiful Etro Multi - Print Silk Patchwork Babydoll Empire Waist Blouse Top
By Etro
Located in San Diego, CA
Such a pretty Etro multi-printed silk top! Patchwork prints, with a forgiving babydoll/empire waist
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Blouses
PRADA Vintage empire waist bow detail puff sleeve off shoulder top IT38 XS
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA Vintage khaki cotton ruched bust empire waist bow detail puff sleeve off shoulder top IT38 XS
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2010s Italian Blouses and Tops
1970s Courreges Silk Chiffon Red and White Vintage 70s Empire Waist Logo Top
By André Courrèges
Located in San Diego, CA
Extra Small Measurements: 32-34 inch bust Up to 32 inch waist (empire waist)
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1970s French Blouses and Tops
Cavalli LeopardSilk Embellished SequinsNetBlouse&CuffedCapriJeans Set, ss2003
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Chicago, IL
Of The Year award from Fashion Group International. Our sleeveless empire-waist top-buttoning
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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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1970s-Style Summer Halter Midi Dress W/ Hand-Crochet & Victorian Eyelet Skirt
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
cotton eyelet skirt. Empire waist, bikini top styling ties at the neck. Sweet and sexy.
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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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Chic 1960s Purple Linen Empire Waist Vintage 60s A Line Sleeveless Top Shirt
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s purple linen empire waist A-Line sleeveless top ! Features the perfect shade of medium
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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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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
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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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
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
1960s Natural Linen Vintage Handwoven Folk Dress W Fringe & Pink Applique Trim
Located in Portland, OR
: 36" HIPS: 40" EMPIRE WAIST: 30" LENGTH from top of shoulders: 57" SLEEVES: 22" SHOULDERS: 16"
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1960s Unknown Day Dresses
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
Alexander McQueen Black Jersey Dress with Ombre Organza Swirls at Top, 2010
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen 2010 super soft black knit dress with distressed organza swirls at racer back top
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2010s Indian Empire Waist Dresses
Alexander McQueen 2010 Black Jersey Dress with Ombre Organza Swirls at Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen 2010 super soft black knit dress with distressed organza swirls at racer back top
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2010s Indian Empire Waist Dresses
New 2010 Alexander McQueen Black Jersey Dress with Ombre Organza Swirls at Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen 2010 super soft black knit dress with distressed organza swirls at racer back top
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2010s Indian Empire Waist Dresses
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
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
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
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
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
MARCHESA Size 6 Beige Metallic Floral Silk Beaded Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Marchesa
Located in San Francisco, CA
beaded , empire waist bustier top and pleated A line skirt with beadwork and rhinestones throughout
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses
Etro Yellow/Green Mix Mini Floral Print V Neck Crochet Trim Sleeveless Dress 44
By Etro
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Measurements are in inches: Bust 36 Empire waist 30 Hip 36 Shoulder top to hem back 40
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses
New Marni Spring 2017 Ethnic Peacock Feather Print Short Sleeve Babydoll Blouse
By Marni
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic new Spring 2017 MARNI ethnic boho lightweight cotton empire waist top! Features a vibrant
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2010s Italian Blouses and Tops
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
CHANEL M2008 03A Size 8 Pink Grey Silk Stripe Empire Waist Casual Top
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHANEL top comes in a pink & grey stripe silk featuring a empire waist, front self tie, and a logo
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ANNE KLEIN c.1970's Blue & Red Floral Paisley Print Empire Waist Maxi Dress
By Anne Klein, Donna Karan
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
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
Valentino vintage 1980's strapless beaded floral silk train wedding gown dress
By Valentino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
waist 29" Length from the top of the bust to front hem 51" Length from the top of the back to the
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1980s Vintage Bridal Gowns
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
By Jean Varon
Located in Rockwood, ON
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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
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
1960s Vintage Hand Embroidered Folk Dress Red Birds and Flowers on Cotton Muslin
Located in Portland, OR
: 30" Length from top of shoulders to empire waist: 13" Length from empire waist: 43"
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1960s Empire Waist Dresses
1960s Vintage Emilio Pucci Crinkle Silk Dress Signature Pop Art Mod Fabric
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Portland, OR
" LENGTH from under arm to empire waist line: 4.5" LENGTH from top of shoulder to empire waist line: 11
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1960s Italian Maxi 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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