1. Empire Waistline
By: Morgan Griffis

2. Everyday Style Muslin Evening Gown Valentino Spring 2016 RTW
Circa: 1800

3. Alexander McQueen Resort 2014
Everyday Style
Alexander McQueen Resort 2014
Circa 1811

4. Empire Waist in Formal Wear
Circa 1805
Sherri Hill 2016 Prom Dress

5. Wedding Dresses with Empire Waist
Circa 1820
Maggie Sottero 2016

6. History of the Empire Waist
The empire waist started in the time period of in Europe and European-influenced countries. Elegance and simplicity became the primary focus of democratic ideals which made gowns more detailed and introduced the empire waistline. Most gowns were made of cotton muslin or silk and the dress would go at least ankle length. The “empire” waist was very high and usually in cream or white.

7. Work Cited
History of Fashion and Dress- The Regency Period. (n.d.). Retrieved February 29, 2016, from
History Of Fashion - Empire. (n.d.). Retrieved February 29, 2016, from
Tortora, P. G., & Eubank, K. (1989). A survey of historic costume (5th ed., Ser. 10). New York: Fairchild Publications.