This empire-waist gown reflects women’s formal dress of the later Regency period, characterised by a high waistline positioned directly beneath the bust and a long, softly falling skirt. The restrained silhouette emphasises vertical line over volume, aligning with the neoclassical aesthetic that dominated early 19th-century fashion.
Evening gowns of this type were typically constructed from lightweight fabrics such as silk, satin, or fine muslin and were often embellished with delicate embroidery or applied decoration at the hem and bodice. Short puffed sleeves, paired with long gloves, were common for formal occasions, while accessories such as jewellery and headpieces added distinction without overwhelming the overall simplicity of the dress.
This style is consistent with fashion imagery from approximately 1810–1820, a period during which Regency dress reached its most refined and recognisable form, before later silhouettes became more structured and ornate.
Credits & Details
- Creator: REGALIA
- Original creator site: https://www.patreon.com/simsregalia
- Era: Regency
- Decade: 1810s
A Woman's Measure 
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