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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2016 1:58:30 GMT
I'm going through stuff in the basement and when I redid my closets a lot of stuff got boxed up and put in the basement. I found a box of some really cute clothes, many of them are empire waist and so cute, that I was wondering if anyone still wears this style. Please don't tell me I should wear what I like,  I know that. I'm wondering what other people are doing, because like most people, that does affect (to a point) what I like. |
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Post by freecharlie on Jan 31, 2016 2:01:44 GMT
I'm so fashionably challenge that I don't even know what an empire waist is.
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Post by moodyblue on Jan 31, 2016 2:01:54 GMT
I've never worn them, because my chest is way too big to emphasize like that, so I can't help you with that.  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2016 2:28:12 GMT
I'm so fashionably challenge that I don't even know what an empire waist is. |
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Post by theroadlesstraveledp on Jan 31, 2016 2:47:16 GMT
Yes. I like and wear them.
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Post by jamielynn on Jan 31, 2016 2:48:22 GMT
I love them but I could be on the line with fashionably challenged too.
When in question I usually see what's for sale on a few of my favorite stores, or even stores I'd like to shop (if we had them near).
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Post by Nicole in TX on Jan 31, 2016 2:54:41 GMT
I usually call those baby doll tops.
They are kind of last season, but I agree- if you like them, wear them!
I have a few I wear with a blazer or cardigan on top.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2016 2:56:31 GMT
Nordstrom.com has ten results for empire-waist tops and they are all little girls or maternity.
So, not exactly in style presently, but if you like them and they are flattering, you might be able to style them in a way that could look current.
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Post by sharlag on Jan 31, 2016 2:57:29 GMT
*Raising my hand*
The ones I have are more summery, so I haven't worn them lately, but will crack them out again in the spring.
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Post by anxiousmom on Jan 31, 2016 3:36:12 GMT
Nordstrom.com has ten results for empire-waist tops and they are all little girls or maternity. So, not exactly in style presently, but if you like them and they are flattering, you might be able to style them in a way that could look current. For some reason, they look good on a lot of people-just not me. I look like an almost 50 year old who got her self some how knocked up. Not a good look for me.  |
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Post by georgiapea on Jan 31, 2016 3:36:40 GMT
Wear one. If people stare at you open mouthed, they are obsolete. Actually, I believe I've seen that style in current catalogs.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2016 3:41:04 GMT
I wish I had worn them when I was skinny. I think there's a fine line with the fabric and fit so you don't like you're wearing a maternity top.
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Post by SabrinaP on Jan 31, 2016 4:01:12 GMT
They make me look pregnant, so I don't wear one. I do think they look cute on some people.
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Post by chaosisapony on Jan 31, 2016 4:08:27 GMT
I always liked those. Sadly they have been out of style here for a few years.
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Post by msliz on Jan 31, 2016 4:31:20 GMT
I have a couple in my closet that I plan to wear again in the spring and summer. They might be out of style, but that's not going to be a factor for me. For reference, I'll turn 50 by the end of the year.
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Post by mama2three on Jan 31, 2016 4:34:00 GMT
Who cares what's in style? Wear what you like and looks good on you. Personally, I'm unable to wear this style as the "waist" seam usually falls well above where it's supposed to on a smaller person, but if they look good on you, wear them.
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Post by TXMary on Jan 31, 2016 4:39:06 GMT
Nordstrom.com has ten results for empire-waist tops and they are all little girls or maternity. So, not exactly in style presently, but if you like them and they are flattering, you might be able to style them in a way that could look current. For some reason, they look good on a lot of people-just not me. I look like an almost 50 year old who got her self some how knocked up. Not a good look for me. Ha! Me too! I was cleaning out my closet the other day and I found one. I tried it on and I looked very pregnant in it. I'm 54 years old. It went in the donate pile. But I do think they are cute. Just not on me.  |
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Post by anniefb on Jan 31, 2016 6:22:00 GMT
Who cares what's in style? Wear what you like and looks good on y  |
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Post by anniebygaslight on Jan 31, 2016 8:25:49 GMT
If you like them, wear them. We are a long time dead, as I said yesterday.
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Post by Nink on Jan 31, 2016 8:35:09 GMT
I have several and wear them often. Go for it.
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Post by Lindarina on Jan 31, 2016 9:27:58 GMT
I'm still waiting for them to come back into fashion. It's the style that fits my body type best, but I can't really find them anymore.
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Post by scrapsuzy on Jan 31, 2016 9:35:06 GMT
They make me look pregnant, so I don't wear one. I do think they look cute on some people.
This is how they look on me. So no matter how much I love the style, and wouldn't care if it was still "in-style" or not, I just can't wear them.
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Post by pas2 on Jan 31, 2016 10:57:15 GMT
I recently removed a few from my closet that had the wider band and the ties in the back style. I still wear the ones that are lighter material and a slimmer silhouette to work, usually under a jacket or cardigan. I like that they don't make me look pregnant but still hide my tummy and allow me freedom of movement when I'm working with children.
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Post by rainangel on Jan 31, 2016 11:13:23 GMT
Empire waist clothing is flattering on me, so yeah, I wear them all the time. I honestly couldn't care less about 'fashion', I care more about what suits my body type and is flattering on ME.
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Post by Zee on Jan 31, 2016 14:21:48 GMT
Not really
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Post by mrsscrapdiva on Jan 31, 2016 15:05:00 GMT
Yes, I would say they are still easy to find in the stores and online, so must still be somewhat in fashion.
I like this look and feel very comfortable in it.
I must say that some of the other cuts of tops in style now are horrible. I hate the short in front long in back - can't wait for that to pass (reminds me of the early 90s). I don't like the asymmetrical stuff either or the straight box cut.
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Post by Nicole in TX on Jan 31, 2016 15:12:41 GMT
Nordstrom.com has ten results for empire-waist tops and they are all little girls or maternity. So, not exactly in style presently, but if you like them and they are flattering, you might be able to style them in a way that could look current. For some reason, they look good on a lot of people-just not me. I look like an almost 50 year old who got her self some how knocked up. Not a good look for me. Well, um.... Congratulations!?!  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2016 15:13:42 GMT
I don't currently have any, but I'm not opposed to them at all, especially 3/4 sleeves or tunic styles. I don't give two squirts about what others think is in style.
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Post by anxiousmom on Jan 31, 2016 15:16:13 GMT
For some reason, they look good on a lot of people-just not me. I look like an almost 50 year old who got her self some how knocked up. Not a good look for me. Well, um.... Congratulations!?! I loved being pregnant. I loved babies. I even like the toddler age. But if I were to get knocked up now? At my age?? OMG. I can't even entertain the thought of the idea. It would be...*shudder* ... I would be SIXTY SIX YEARS OLD WITH A SIXTEEN YEAR OLD KID. That is the stuff nightmares are made of. |
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Post by Judy26 on Jan 31, 2016 15:17:37 GMT
I don't think that they are really ever out of style as it is a casual look that doesn't have a faddish look to it. I wouldn't wear them with leggings as they tend to be too short for that. But unless the pattern is super trendy or it has other embellishments that date it horrifically, I think you are good to go.
And I am a 58 year old librarian from Bumfuck, Pennsyltucky, so I should know!
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I know that. I'm wondering what other people are doing, because like most people, that does affect (to a point) what I like. 
Time to get off the internet!
