Simply Superb Sheaths - 1961

 Take a simple sheath and jazz it up with fabulous design details for an out-of-this-world look that never goes out of style.  The looks today are from 1961.  Which is your favorite?

Above:  Guy Laroche encircles beige wool tweed with a button-on belt of brown satin.

 Nina Ricci adds an attached sash at the hips.

 David M. Goodstein puts little pleated bows at the neckline and waist of this wool crepe dress.

 Turn silk plaid on the bias and add a bit of blouson to the bodice.  Saks Fifth Avenue private label.

Sophie of Saks adds embroidered circles to the front of this mohair/wool blend sheath.

Stretch Your Wardrobe with a Basic Sheath Dress

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A sheath dress has a figure-hugging silhouette with a well-defined waist. Every woman should own at least one sheath in a solid colored neutral as a wardrobe basic. Such a dress becomes a building block for countless looks when combined with fun accessories. Of course, I advocate shopping for a vintage sheath, as you'll get much higher quality for your dollar. A sheath is a classic look that will never go out of style and looks just a current today as it did 40 or 50 years ago. One of the best things about a neutral sheath? It forms a backdrop, so you notice the woman, not the clothes.



Looks like Jackie Kennedy, doesn't it? This ad, from 1960, actually predates her reign as first lady. This basic belted sheath by Couture International has patch pockets at the hips. Worn with Ben Hur sunglasses and a Jana leather bag.


Basic black sheaths trimmed with white in two ways. Button trimmed sheath by Deb-Time worn with shoes by DeLiso Debs. Jewel-necked sheath by Sue Brett worn with Delman shoes and big daisy earrings. Both from 1960.



When looking for a high quality sheath, check out vintage suits, which often consist of a sheath dress with matching jacket. The jacket will add more versatility to your wardrobe, too! Shown, wool suit by Robert Leonard from 1963.