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The Empire Dress: A Majesty of Grace, From Napoleonic Courts to Red Carpet Crowns
From the gilded salons of Empress Joséphine to the glittering red carpets of today, the Empire dress is a triumph of elegance and liberation. High-waisted, flowing, and effortlessly flattering, it has survived revolutions, fashion upheavals, and cultural reinventions to become a symbol of grace, power, and enduring femininity.