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Emilio Pucci V Neck Ruffle Chiffon Sleeve Bias Cut Asymmetrical Hem Dress US 6
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Emilio Pucci V neck ruffle chiffon sleeve bias cut asymmetrical hem skirt dress marked size 6US
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Empire Waist Dresses

1960s Malcolm Starr White Brocade Empire-Line Wedding Dress
By Malcolm Starr
Located in London, GB
shift-dresses, empire line cuts and sculptural forms, were the designer's signature, often finished with
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1960s American Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1960's Jean Varon Neon Pink Frilled Mini Dress Sixties UK 6-8 US 2-4
By Jean Varon
Located in Cheltenham, GB
empire line cut of the dress is accented by a decorative bow along the left hand side which draws the eye
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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Pucci vintage blue print empire cut wool and silk dress, 1970
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful vintage PUCCI blue print empire cut wool and silk dress 1970. Very light blend of wool
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1970s Italian Casual Dresses

DOLCE&GABBANA dress empire lace and embroidery ethereal 38 4
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic DOLCE&GABBANA gorgeous ivory and white empire dress. Intricate ivory cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Empire Waist Dresses

1960s Grecian Style Chiffon Gown w/ Empire Beaded Cut-Outs
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1960s Grecian style black silk chiffon gown: Back zipper, Empire waist w/ beaded eyelet
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1960s American Evening Gowns

1988 CHANEL Camellia flower silk runway dress with black lace bodice
By Chanel
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare camellia flower and stripe printed maxi dress with empire cut lace bodice from Chanel
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1980s French Maxi Dress

1990S ALBERTA FERRETTI Cream Bias Cut Silk Charmeuse & Tulle Lace Empire Waist
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in New York, NY
1990S ALBERTA FERRETTI Cream Bias Cut Silk Charmeuse & Tulle Lace Empire Waist Bridal Gown With
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1990s Italian Wedding Dresses

1930s SHEER MAUVE PRINT GOWN
Located in Alford, MA
condition. Bias-cut and empire, this dress is fashioned of a sheer organza-type fabric in a burgundy and
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1930s Evening Gowns

Vintage 1970's Mike Benet Chiffon Beaded Gown UK 10 US 6
By MIKE BENET
Located in Cheltenham, GB
, that drape along the skirt line. The empire line cut of the dress is accented by gathered pleats below
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

MONIQUE LHUILLIER BLISS Ivory Silk Empire Style Bias Cut Gown Size 4
By Monique Ihuillier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Monique Lhuillier gown is composed of an off-white silk with a bias cut. The striking neckline
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Dresses

Gazar Italy evening dress embroidered with lily of the valley, circa 1965
Located in Toulon, FR
from Milan in the 60s. High waist inspired by the First Empire. Low-cut neckline, the dress closes in
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1960s Italian Evening Dresses

1960s Malcolm Starr Diamante White and Silver Weave Dress
By Malcolm Starr
Located in London, GB
, such as shift-dresses, empire line cuts and sculptural forms, were his signature, often finished with
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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Traina Festive Low Cut Bold Pattern Dress with Flamingo Ruffle Sleeves
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Wonderful floral low cut dress with ruffle flamingo style sleeves from Traina Boutique. Traina was
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1960s American Empire Waist Dresses

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Empire Cut Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of empire cut dresses. For empire cut dresses, black is a pretty popular color, but we also have brown, gray, beige and more in stock now. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many classic iterations of empire cut dresses over the years, but those made by Jean Varon, Ossie Clark and Emilio Pucci are often thought to be among the most stylish.

How Much are Empire Cut Dresses?

Prices for empire cut dresses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $325 and can go as high as $200,000, while these items, on average, fetch $1,629.
Questions About Empire Cut Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bias cut dress is a dress that has been cut on the bias of the fabric. A bias cut means the material has been cut at a 45 degree diagonal angle. This kind of cut can give a piece more stretch and is known for draping beautifully on the body. Shop an array of bias cut dresses on 1stDibs.

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