Did I just read that?

From the slide show that accompanied the article that went with the previous post: " Accentuate Your Waist:
Empire waists on dresses or shirts flatter just about every figure. " http://www.foxnews.com/slideshow/entertainment/2010/11/05/fashion-friday-lose-inches-style/#slide=2

Nice idea--except empire waists don't hit your waist. They flare just below the bustline, concealing the waist and tummy effectively.  Also, the accompanying picture didn't show an empire waist dress....