Empire waist dress of pale pink silk satin embellished with silver sequins, and coral satin train, created by Charles Frederick Worth for Madame Boyard, whose husband worked for Worth, circa 1892 : r fashionhistory A Brief History of the Empire Waist Waistline refers to the horizontal line where the waist of a garment sits on the body. It plays a crucial role in defining the silhouette and overall aesthetic of clothing. Waistlines can vary in French Empire waist Dress, Late 18th Century, Josephine Style, in Burgundy Taffeta, Sizes XXS to XXL Etsy Empire Line : The Silhouette And Dresses In This Style SewGuide