sheath dresses

Fitted body-skimming garments

A sheath dress is a close-fitting dress that follows the body's contours without a defined waist seam, creating a streamlined silhouette.

The style typically falls at or just below the knee and is cut from a single piece of fabric or minimal panels.

Sheath dresses became popular in the mid-twentieth century as professional and cocktail attire and remain a wardrobe staple for their versatility.

She wore a simple black sheath dress to the interview.

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