Garment & Textile · Women's Garment
Sheath Dress
Straight-cut, knee-length dress that follows body lines from shoulder to hem.
Origin
Paris → Global
Era
Modern (1960s)
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Industrialist View
Office & evening classic. Stretch woven (cotton/elastane, crêpe) ideal. Darted for shape.
Tailor & Garment-Worker View
4 bust darts (or princess seams), 4 waist darts, back zipper. Lining often full.
Construction & Use
Defined by Coco Chanel, Dior's 'New Look' relaxed this shape.