Yellow Strapless A Line Empire Waist Appliques Satin Formal Prom Dress Modsele Empire fashion origins of the Empire silhouette SARTOR BOHEMIA Empire Waist Dress Pronunciation of Empire Waist Dress in English Flat Tie shoulder Empire Waist Maxi Bridesmaid Dress With Front Slit In French Blue The Dessy Group When pronouncing empire when speaking of the waistline of a dress I say ahm PEER. I've heard people call it an EM pyer waistline. Are both acceptable or is one objectively correct? : r ENGLISH E is for Empire Waist (n.) A raised waistline that sits just below the bust, drawing inspiration from Greek and Roman styles and popular during the Regency era. MFIT's #FashionTermsAZ [Juel Park