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empire dress

empire dress 19th Century Empire Dress in Solid Cotton

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empire dress 19th Century Empire Dress in Solid CottonClassic Early 19th Century Dress Style Made at Townsends Available in a Variety of Colors This dress is based on examples from around 1810. Its squared, slightly gathered neckline and short gathered sleeves are true to the period. The high under the bust waist is classic Empire. Both the neckline and waist are tied in back. The bodice is closed in back with bone buttons. Because undergarment styles were extremely diverse during the Empire period, we

  • Classic Early 19th Century Dress Style
  • Made at Townsends
  • Available in a Variety of Colors

This dress is based on examples from around 1810. Its squared, slightly gathered neckline and short gathered sleeves are true to the period. The high under-the-bust waist is classic Empire. Both the neckline and waist are tied in back. The bodice is closed in back with bone buttons.

Because undergarment styles were extremely diverse during the Empire period, we have settled the issue for this dress by fully lining the bodice. The skirt is lined to about 36" from the underbust, which emulates the knee-length chemises occasionally worn during the period. The subtle back train gives the skirt a graceful, sweeping hemline.

To see the fabric swatches visit fabric swatch page . This style of dress was typically made in lighter colors.

This item is made to order, please allow 4-8 for garment to be made. Made in USA

Item # ED-189

Fabric Swatch Page:

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Clothing styles took a dramatic twist at the turn of the 19th century. The Empire dress was a prime example of this French fashion invasion, based on that society’s fascination with the ancient cultures of Greece. As the Empire style made its first foray into British societies, fabrics were very wispy and somewhat transparent, revealing the female form that had previously been revered with utmost modesty. Prudish reactions were strong. As a result, this very short-lived fashion period went through even shorter phases delineated by fabric choices and undergarments (or most often, the lack thereof).

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Ami
Lake Worth, US
★★★★★ 5
Comfy and perfect heels for the summer!
Love these heels! I’m 5’5”, 120 lbs and size 8.5. They were comfortable from the moment I put them on and I have somewhat wide feet. They are the perfect summer heels!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2026
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Luisa Beltran
Port Orchard, US
★★★★★ 1
Cute but Extremely Uncomfortable
Size: 6, Color: Blue Leather
The shoes are very pretty, but they are absolutely uncomfortable. I could barely wear them for an hour without my feet hurting. Unfortunately, they look much better than they feel. I really wanted to love them, but they are not comfortable enough to wear for any extended period of time.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2026
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Solangel Espinal
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
Muy bellas
Size: 6.5, Color: Tan Leather
Para pies finos. Son elegantes, cómodas y de buena calidad. Pedir medio size más
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Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2026
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Theresa
Port Orchard, US
★★★★★ 5
Comfy and classy
Size: 9, Color: Tan Leather
Awesome heels! A perfect match to my spring dress.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2026
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SARustand
Houston, US
★★★★★ 2
Too narrow at the toes, even for narrow feet
Size: 7, Color: Black Leather
Too narrow at the toe. I have narrow feet, but I could feel my toes being squished as soon as I stood up in these.. Bummer.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2026

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