Name: Blue Sultry Sheath
Brand: Nanette Lepore
SKU: NL47
Price: 60 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.5 (136 reviews)

This dress fit me like a glove. I bought an adhesive bra based on other reviews...wasn't for me! I wore a C cup strapless bra instead and just tucked the back of the bra below the back of the dress so it wasn't visible. Super easy! Depending on your body, you may not need a bra at all! 

I felt elegant and sexy at the same time. My friend said I added some sassiness to elegancy. This dress is perfect for a wedding -- I specifically wore it to an evening outdoor/indoor wedding in Texas in October (it was hot outside).   The dress is such a focal point, you don't need much jewelry or accessories. I wore black Michael Kors heals that worked well with the black on the back. 

This dress is tied as my other all time fave by Hutch. My husband is currently convincing me to buy this Nanette dress. I just might, and will totally rent it again! It was his favorite, ever, and a crowd pleaser without stealing the spotlight from the bride.

Very comfortable dress, one of my favorite rentals to date! Received compliments all night. I have an hourglass figure and was worried it would be to form fitting around my butt, but it was very flattering.

I ordered the 6 and 8 and the 6 fit perfectly. It's true, there's no stretch to the fabric but that ended up being ok with the 6. The color is much richer than the photos show--it's not really a pastel blue but nonetheless pretty. I wore a nu-bra with this dress and had some slight difficulties with it peeking out in the front--not the dress' fault but rather how the bra was positioned.

This is a dress that can be dressed up or down-I wore it to a wedding at the Boston Public Library and fit in great. Loved it and got loads of compliments! The back is stunning as well. 

I almost didn't get this one because it looks SO frumpy on the model. So glad I did though, because this dress is freaking sexy. I was at a charity event and got complimented by several strangers. Wish I could keep this dress forever. I'm thinking about buying it online, but glad I got to try it first. 

perfect fit! LOADS of compliments. I wear C bra and went braless and it fit/worked out fine! Totally comfy and flattering, LOVED it!!

This dress is classy but still sexy.  The back is awesome!  I thought it ran a little big and I could have fit into the next size down.  This dress was perfect for a wedding!!  Loved it!!


I was worried from the model's picture that this wouldn't work for me because I am much curvier than the model. Size 6 fit my torso and leg area better, but the size 8 fit my bust better, so I went with the size 8. This is pretty consistent with my regular sizing. 

I'm a 34 B, but breastfeeding - the dress seemed to accommodate my bust as it got gradually engorged during the night, so I think a C might work for this as well? I did not need a bra - there's some good boning in the bust area. 

One thing that may not be clear about the dress is that you will show some cleavage - it will just be covered by the lace. I didn't think it was too much, but someone looking for something a bit more conservative might. 

The dress was very comfortable - I was able to sit and dance without trouble. I think in order to make the bottom of the dress fit best, the wearer will need to be a bit on the curvy side - the dress on the model looks a bit like a shift, but there is room for curves that may appear baggy on someone who can pull off a shift dress (I can't).

The color is a bit more rich than it shows up on the model - it seems kind of pastel on the model, but it's a pretty rich cornflower blue - I think my pictures show that a bit better. 

We have ten weddings this year, so as you can imagine I'm in constant need of dresses. I rented this with the lulu frost earrings as a part of my unlimited membership (which I love). The best part of the dress is the back, which isn't captured here. It just adds that sporty feel to an otherwise romantic dress. Highly recommend to anyone! (Note I didn't wear a bra) 

This is easily one of my favorite rentals from RTR! The picture does not do justice to how beautiful this dress is in person! I received endless compliments all night long and my boyfriend told me this was his favorite dress that I have rented! Normally I wear a 4 but ordered the 6 as a backup. RTR couldn't send me the 4 but that worked out fine because the 6 fit perfectly. You can't wear a bra with this dress because of the back but depending on your cup size there is built in support. I ended up wear a backless bra and it worked great! This is the perfect dress to wear to a less formal spring wedding. I promise you will not be disappointed!

Usually wear a 0. But got a 2 as my backup size. The 2 was way too big. The 0 fit but was super snug in the chest... I'm a 32D. The dress was perfect otherwise. The color is awesome and the back makes the dress really special. The fiancé loved the dress on me... And Since it came brand new with tags on he even offered to buy it. 

A little hard to get into. You really have to squeeze your head through the straps so do your hair AFTER you put on the dress. I have a small bust so I didn't even wear a bra since there was a good lining and the back is open enough it would have shown bra straps. When I tried it on in the store, the lace covered my knees, but the one I got for the day of was a little shorter. I'm used to that though because I am tall. Great dress! Got lots of compliments.

I rented this dress with blind trust as there were no reviews on it at the time.  I rented a 4 and a 2 and was planning on the 2 but ultimately went with the 4 because the dress has absolutely no give.  It was big around my hips and waist but I was very comfortable.  The black straps in the back give the impression that the dress does some pulling, as if they're elastic..but that is not the case.  It was definitely a stand out and the picture does no justice for the color. I am usually a black or neutral girl so this was very out of the ordinary for me.  Highly recommend it! 

Great quality dress with a beautiful back. I would say that it might run a little large. I have a large bust so it fit me well in that area, however, the bottom was very roomie- not as fitted as I prefer. Also, the lining for the bust was a bit low so it showed a lot more cleavage than I had wanted. Overall, a very pretty dress though. 

Fit: it was very comfortable but felt big on top. The model shows the dress hitting her just below the knee but it hit me just above which was fine. I'm 5"3 so it worked out fine. You can't wear a bra with this dress because of the back

Pros:  the color is really beautiful. I received a lot of complements on the color but not the dress itself. Very comfortable. Sexy back. 

Cons:  fit me big on top. Because of the lace, things can catch onto very easily (there was a stitch popped when I got it). Didn't look it, but the lace wasn't the greatest material. 

I love this dress in theory but on myself is another story. Typically I am a six and I got the six and the eight to be safe. The six fit, but it would pucker and ride up when I would move. I tried the right which solved those problems but it was a little to big and made me look fatter than I am. 

The back is super sexy definitely a redeeming quality, though I don't know who would rather look better from the back than the front. The under lining also isn't attached anyway to the over layer so the under layer will ride up and it just looks awkward. Love the look on the model but it didn't look that way on myself 

Loved this dress. It has some stretch and is really comfortable. The black straps give it some interest. I did not wear a bra, but considered wearing a NuBra for a little extra support (it was just too hot for that though!). Got lots of compliments! Would recommend!

I loved this dress. I felt so pretty wearing it, it fit perfectly and the back was so cool! I am really sad to be sending this back tomorrow!! Highly recommend. The zipper doesn't have a clip at the top and it was tricky to put on but besides that I absolutely loved it 

Absolutely loved wearing this dress. It's fun, flirty, and the crisscross back detailing is nice. Dress was true-to-size. I wore it without a bra. 

I was worried because the other reviews said it runs large. I am a pretty solid 2 but they didn't have 0 available in my backup size. But it worked out fine because the 2 fit perfectly! I am also fairly small chested so no bra was needed. Great dress! 

This dress is pretty, comfortable, and flattering.  The cool back is a lot of fun and it holds you well even without a bra. ILoved it - would rent again! 

This dress was beautiful - classic yet different! It hid flaws well & the back was so fun! I usually run 6 on top & 6/8 on bottom for dresses & the 8 fit perfectly! 

I *loved* this dress. Pictures can't do the color justice. Definitely plan on a backless or no bra because even my low back bra wasn't low enough. I felt like the sizing was pretty true. I ordered the 2 & the 4 ended up wearing the 2 which fit perfectly. 

Pretty periwinkle lace and a sexy strappy black back make for a perfect wedding dress! Fit true to size. You can definitely wear a sticky bra with this, but I didn't. There is boning in the bust, but it probably wouldn't be good for a smaller cup size 

Pros:  It was a great fit, style and color for my event.  I would not describe it as having a lot of stretch, but I also didn't feel constricted in it or like I couldn't sit down.  The dress has boning in the top and is not meant to be worn with a traditional bra.  I am larger in the bust and I was comfortable with the support it gave, and the lace front covered the cleavage well.  I received a TON of compliments on this dress and I felt really beautiful and comfortable in it.


I ordered a size 4 and 8, as the 6 was unavailable for my time period. The 6 probably would've been perfect, but the 4 fit well for the event. Received tons of compliments, found the dress perfect for a hot summer wedding. Loved that the length was longer, but the open back allowed for a fun twist on the conservative front. Color was bright and festive. Dress was a bit complicated to put on, but easy to figure out how to put it on without messing up hair or makeup. 

I rented this for a summer wedding in Rhode Island. My original size wasn't available, so I was only sent the backup. However, it ended up fitting and I wore it to the welcome drinks. I really liked this dress! I was definitely the only one wearing this color which made it stand out. Plus, I love lace overlay and the quality is great. Definitely recommend renting this dress!

Loved the color, lace derailing, and the contrasting black crisscross in the back.  Very elegant yet sexy.

I absolutely loved this dress! I ended up wearing the larger size (the 12 just fit better over my board shoulders) and went with no bra (open back didn't allow for a strapless bra).  Was worried about the length of the dress (I am 6'0" tall and dresses are sometimes too short), but the dress hit nicely above my knees. Definitely not too short! Received lots of compliments all night, especially about the back. Would highly recommend! 

I usually wear a size 4, so I ordered a 4 and a 2, not knowing which would be more comfortable.  I'm glad I did because the 2 was super tight but the 4 fit perfectly.  I loved everything about this dress - the lace, the color, and especially the back.  The back adds a little extra something to an otherwise beautiful dress.  The dress can be dressed up or down but is perfect for dancing at a wedding!  

Beautiful color and lace fabric fun dress.

The dress was perfect for occasion. It was a Charleston Summer wedding so the open with black straps in back were perfect. It fit my body like a glove and I have athletic body type with wide  hips and a big butt which usually get in the way of form fitting dresses but that this dress stretched out around them. It was very comfortable too. Didn't even feel like I was wearing a dress. 

This dress was great. I wore to a early summer wedding. It was so comfortable and a beautiful color. The back of the dress was a great wow factor. Would definitely recommend!! 

Wore this for my engagement party. I absolutely loved it and got so many compliments. It fit perfectly except the boob area. I'm a 34C and it was big in the bust. You can't wear a bra with it because of the open back. The sticky bra thing would have been a great add on. Anyone with even smaller boobs may also have an issue there. Dress would do well for a dressy occasion, my occasion was casual but I dressed up and didn't feel crazy over dressed. Would definitely rent again for a dressy or casual event. 

I'm so happy I read the other reviews and decided to get this dress! It looked so long and dull in color on the model, but looked great in so many of the pictures in the reviews! It was beautiful in person and fit perfectly. This is definitely one of my favorite dresses I have rented. The only comment I would make is to make sure you have someone to help you when getting ready because the straps make it difficult to get on by yourself!

Loved this dress. The back really makes it! I got a ton of compliments!

Great dress for a wedding! It's really hard to learn how to get into (and out of) but overall amazing look once you do. I wore the 6 and that's the size I usually go with. It's a little shorter in real life than on the model, but that's what I was hoping for. Also, the top is supportive enough that a bra isn't totally necessary (I'm a 34B) and spanx do work under it even though the back is low. 
Definitely great for a hot weather wedding, it was very light!

Usual size 4 fit snug but comfortable. Great length, color, and style for a spring/summer wedding. I also love not having to wear a bra. Felt great in it!

Dress looks much better in person than on the model! It's hits above the knee vice below as seen in the picture. I received many compliments and the back of this dress is super unique! Would rent again. 

Beautiful color--it was much brighter in person than online. The fit was true to size. Usually I wear a 0 or 2, and they were out of the 0, but the 2 was great! I wore it to an outdoor wedding in Miami and was completely comfortable. I paired it with black strappy heels, a simple bracelet, pearl earrings, & pink lipstick; I tried wearing a necklace w/ it, but the necklace didn't look right with the high neckline. (This dress would also be very pretty with statement earrings.) I will def. rent this one again! 

I don't typically wear this shade of blue, so I really just rented this dress because I thought the black straps in the back looked really sexy. I ended up being so impressed with it! The dress fit me like a glove and I got so many compliments all night. It is a bit low cut so I wore a sticky bra and it did show a bit, but the lace on top made it where it wasn't noticeable at all (and my boobs looked fantastic). This was one of my favorite rentals ever from RTR (and I've had many).

Dress fit well and was super comfortable.  The back of the dress is the show stopper!  It was nice to wear something other than my usual LBD.  Thanks, RTR!

A little late with this review, but I wore this to a big work event. Unfortunately, the bust was so stretched out that the lace hung at a very revealing place on my chest.  With a lot of fashion tape and a black blazer I was able to ensure that no malfunctions occurred. Beautiful dress, just wish it was more accommodating to my bust. 

I took a risk since they were out of 4's and only got one size, but the 2 fit like a glove! I knocked one star off because the wiring in the chest was sticking out through the dress and poking me all night - I think it was just an older, more worn dress. But everything else about it was amazing! 

I wore this dress to a late summer wedding. From the front it was cute but nothing special, but the criss-cross straps in the back made the dress. The size 2 was a bit tight, so I wore the 4 for comfort, but it was a bit long and a little loose in the bust (5'3" 120lbs 32B). Definitely need a sticky bra with this one.

I received so many compliments for this rtr! It was a bit challenging to get on and I did have some cleavage but it was not noticeable. (The pic is the best full body I could find). It was so comfortable and easy to move in. I would love to rent it again. 

As other renters had mentioned, the color is much more vibrant in person - lots of compliments! The fit was very flattering without being too form-fitting. In fact, I didn't see much of a difference between the two dress sizes I ordered. The dress is a bit difficult to get in and out of so make sure you secure your hair before you put it on. No need to wear a bra as there's boning in the chest area. However, the wires of mine were poking through (perhaps too many wears?) so I needed to tape them to sit comfortably. All in all, this was the perfect dress for a night of dancing.

I rented the 4 and 6 and decided on the 4 because it stayed up a little better on top. Even with the smaller size, it was a little loose around my stomach but not too noticeable. The back of the dress is fantastic but very low cut-make sure you have a sticky bra!! The color and the lace were beautiful and I paired it with heels with thick black straps to tie in with the black on the back of the dress. Loved the dress and got so many compliments!

I ordered a size 6 and my backup size was 4. I'm glad I ordered the back up size because the 6 was huge on me. I am 5"3 and usually wear a size 4 in jeans. The color of the dress allows for lot of creativity in the jewelry that you pick. I kept it pretty simple and wore black strappy heels and a leather black jacket. I wore a plum lipstick which was a nice contrast to the bright blue color. Overall, the  dress was extremely comfortable and was easy to dance at  my friends wedding all night! Would give it a 10! 

The color is a lovely, rich hue, it is so gorgeous in person. I ordered too big of a size-- a 6 and an 8. Because I have broad shoulders I am always nervous about how the rib cage and upper torso will fit, so I ordered the 8 as a back up instead of a 4. I should have gone with the 4! The 6's straps in the back were too loose (for once) and felt a bit unsecure, and it was a bit baggy in the hips. Otherwise, it fit great, and at least an upside to having too big of a dress, I never felt constricted at any point and was able to eat as much as I wanted! :) The bust of the dress has a little bit of support structure, and you could wear it without an adhesive bra, but because the dress was a bit big it flattened me out. As it was the day before the event and I did not have an adhesive bra already, I ended up safety pinning the removable soft cups from a bikini, which ended up working perfectly. No one noticed the ill-fit, and I received compliments on it all day! Overall, a great experience from RTR, will definitely be renting from them for other events, hopefully choosing the right size next time!

Fit true to size, was just the right amount of classy for a formal wedding rehearsal dinner but was fun with the open strappy back.

I'm small chested, but if you're larger in the bust area it may be too form fitting and uncomfortable. Also, the color on the model makes the dress look more on the pastel side, it is much brighter in person.

RTR sent me this dress when my original along with 4 other back-ups were not available to ship to me last minute. I didn't end up wearing this dress because it was supposed to be for a formal work dinner and I did not think it was appropriate for that sort of event. However, the dress looks much better on than pictured on the model to be honest. It is a little large in the waist and hips but it is very comfortable and I LOVE the back. You cannot wear a normal or stapless bra with it but there was enough support and coverage in the chest that I didn't feel the need to wear a backless, strapless bra either (which is always a plus)! The color is also beautiful and I think this would be a great dress for a summer wedding or other event just not a formal/work event. 

I LOVED this dress from the minute I tried it on at the RTR store in Georgetown. The open back was a really fun and unexpected detail, but it definitely requires a sticky bra. It hugged my curves in the perfect way, I didn't feel like it was showcasing lumps while still giving me a great silhouette. The lace on the top went a little low, so at times I felt like I was showing off a little too much boob, but since it wasn't bare skin it wasn't a big deal. plus the color was fun - not too bright, but stood out in a crowd of darker hues!  

The dress was bluer than in the picture which was nice.  It fit very well and was very flattering.  The only thing I didn't love was that you couldn't wear a bra and I felt like my chest looked smaller than usual.  The back was very pretty!

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