A sheath dress is designed so the seam runs vertically from the shoulders down to the hips, and these dresses, particularly wedding dresses, are often made of lace or chiffon.

12. Sequined Lace Midi Dress and Jacket by R & M Richards This two-piece lace sheath dress and collarless jacket effortlessly takes you from the ceremony to the reception.

Or if you prefer a little more va-va-voom in your LBD, this Nicole Miller lace sheath dress (nordstrom.com, $436) might be right up your alley.

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It doesn’t get more timeless than a sheath dress in lace. The illusion neckline and open back adds whimsy, while the cap sleeves and eyelash fringe bring on the kind of romance that Audrey ...

A Dress With Sleeves: Vici Collection Lace Puff Sleeve Maxi Dress Sometimes, we like a dress with sleeves. This Vici Collection Lace Puff Sleeve Maxi Dress ($98) is beautiful, and plus, it's under ...

$39 $39 at nordstrom.com shop.nordstrom.com Rachel Parcell Bell-Sleeve Sheath Dress The great thing about this Rachel Parcell Bell-Sleeve Sheath Dress ($135) is that it works year-round.

Once graduation is over, this pretty lace sheath would also work perfectly for afternoon tea or garden parties.