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Empire gowns and teen trends reshape midlife styles
A fashion column argues that designers chase youth while middle aged women seek dignity through slimmer, high waist lines. Paris hints of Empire gowns return with straight skirts, short jackets, and minimal trimming, while American dressmakers push slim street skirts and ribboned summer fabrics for all ages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
James Forbes
Genevieve
Marie Dressler
Miss Dressier
Mr. Forbes
Paris
Josephine
Mme. de Staél
Mme. Récamier
Napoleon
America
Callot
Chantilly
E-Mart