Name: Navy Cross the Back Lace Sheath
Brand: Nanette Lepore
SKU: NL66
Price: 89 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.5 (228 reviews)

Loved this dress - it was comfortable on a hot July wedding evening, conservative enough because of the length and high neck, but the back was open to make it more fun. I received so many compliments! I also loved that I didn't need to fuss with a necklace, earrings and a bracelet were enough. 

I rented this dress for a wedding and I am so glad it worked out. This was my first time renting since having my first child and I was nervous about the fit. The dress basically fit like a glove and offered enough support up top that I didn't have to wear a bra which is not something I do often (being bigger chested). My only complaint was the straps in the back were a little tight and uncomfortable but not too bad. 

Dress fit tight in the back but looser in the front, overall beautiful dress, comfy to dance in and received lots of compliments

Great fit.  I did not need a bra and it was not constricting in anyway.  I received many compliments on the dress.  I would recommend this dress.

This was a very pretty, sexy dress that I loved wearing to a semi formal holiday office party. Loved the lace overlay and the crossed narrow straps in the back. Takes a little shimmying to get on and off. I ended up sizing down to my back up (0) for the right fit. I am Usually a 2 or 2 petite, 32d bust, 5'4" height.  The bust underlayer is cut quite low, though but the lace overlay keeps it from being scandalous! You can't wear a strapless bra with this dress as it is cut low in the back. Great choice! 

I wore this dress to a wedding and it was absolutely perfect! It fit true to size. It was sexy and elegant and I could still dance and have a good time in it. I highly recommend this dress! 

The fit of this dress was perfect! I got so many compliments that I did not want to send it back. My favorite part was the criss cross straps in the back. This is a dress I will probably rent again. 

The dress fit great through the body, but it was tight in the neck and straps on the back. I would go up a size just because of that. Hard to get in and out of too. Out of all my rent the runways this was my least favorite. 

I loved this dress! Gorgeous neckline, fit perfect. 

I typically wear a 4, but the 6 was the only available. It fit great except slightly big in the bust area. This dress was perfect! Wish I could buy it! The lining on the inside had poked through in the bust area but I just placed a small bandaid on it! The dress was constructed so well that even though it was a size bigger, I didn't need any type of bra. I'm tall 5'11, and this hit right above the knee. I'm super glad I rented this! 

The bust was just slightly tight in the 4 but I couldn't go up to the 6 because it was already loose on my midsection. Super cute. Loved the back. 

Fit great, true to size! Loved the detail on the back with the criss cross. Got many compliments on it!

The quality was great and I liked how it fit- except for the layer underneath the crochet on the chest.  I kept having to pull it up and readjust constantly.  I wore it to a wedding and I wore it for the ceremony, but I got so frustrated and ended up changing into a different dress for the reception.  Totally bummed me out, but it felt way too low when the bottom layer kept falling down.  If someone had a chest to fill it out maybe it wouldn't be so bad.  

I wore this to a rehearsal dinner. The back was cute and fun! I ended up wearing a sweater most of the night because the rehearsal dinner was on an outdoor patio. Would have loved to get this for a summer event. 

This was a great dress for the summer evening wedding I attended! When I ordered it, I was worried about the open back and not being able to wear a regular strapless bra; but the dress fit great without one. The dress was comfortable and I received many compliments. My only critique was that the dress appeared "worn" in a few areas. These areas weren't  all that visible though! I'm definitely happy with my choice!

I had brunch, went to see a matinee, had a fancy dinner and then a welcome reception for a wedding, so I wore this for 14+ hours. I found it very comfortable, and totally appropriate for all of the things I did. It's easy to dress down a little with a cardigan or up with some fancier earrings and lipstick. My current size situation seems to be that I can get into a 12, but I don't feel pretty or confident in it, so I got this in a 14 and it fit comfortably. It loosened up a bit as the day went on, and I think that resulted in the neckline sagging a little bit by the end of the night, but no one was noticing by that point. I'm giving it 4 stars because dresses like this are just hard to up-keep, and I noticed a few snags/tears in the top layer of material. Owning several dresses like this, I know how easy it is for that to happen, but that means you literally have to expect a slightly damaged dress to show up. The good news is the dark color keeps it from being noticeable!

Love the dress and the fit! Wish the top was a little bit taller and it was a bit difficult to get in around my hair but it looked so nice!

I really loved the dress. I probably could have gotten by with a size four (which I normally am) but previous reviews sad ran small. I would disagree. This was a true six because there was a little more room than I wanted. I am mad at myself for not taking a picture of the back (THE BEST PART). Beautiful dress. I'm 5'3" and about 130 pounds. Athletic build.

It fit perfectly and it was great to not have to wear a bra because it has plenty of support. It was not too long on me like some dresses this length and it was very comfortable for dancing. Would definitely suggest it

I wore this to a rehearsal dinner. Got so many compliments! My boyfriend loved it more than any dress I've worn. Wish I could have purchased.

Beautiful dress! The color, length, texture, fit and overall look is absolutely beautiful. I received a size 10 and 12. The size 10 fit very well in the chest and bodice, but the straps in the back were a little tight. The size 12 fit very comfortably all over: was a bit loose, not big, but loose in the chest and bodice, but the back straps fit beautifully. So I chose to wear the 12 because it fit all over, not just in some areas. Overall, very happy with this dress and would rent or even buy again!

Lots of compliments on this dress. Form fitting 

I love that this is more of a crochet than a true lace, it made it feel a bit more casual than stuffy. I wear either a 6 or 8 and while both fit the 8 was more comfortable. 
Its a bit hard to get the top on, got caught in the straps a bit. But once its on it fit great. 
Definitely need to go braless or use a backless bra. 
Im 5'10" and it came about mid thigh/close to my knees

So comfortable and everything was kept in place.  Love the detail in the front and the straps in the back. 

This dress was my backup dress, and it worked out so well. I sized up to a 6, and I'm glad I did. It was a little bit tighter through the hips, but it ended up fitting perfectly. It was the perfect dress for my charity gala.

This dress was so cute! The back was definitely my favorite part. The color and design were great for the fall wedding we attended. Since I am petite, the length was a little longer than I wanted, but that is a common thing in my life. I normally am an 8 and I wore the 8 that was sent, and it fit comfortably. The built in bra support was nice so I wasn't worried about the girls all night. However, the material around the metal support in the bra had worn off, so the metal was sticking through the material and stabbed me all night. It was very uncomfortable and by the end of the night I was so ready to get the dress off. Other than that the dress was great! I  would rent this again, but I would be prepared for the metal!

I wore this dress to a fall wedding in New Orleans. It was comfortable to dance in and also to sit. It was a little tricky to get the straps in the back just right by yourself but with an extra set of hands to get them straight it was no problem. 

This dress was beautiful! I got so many compliments on it which was awesome. I was pretty nervous because the size 2 that I normally wear was too damaged to send to me, but the 0 worked out perfectly (I range between 0-2 regularly). No bra was needed which is always a plus. If so, a sticky bra is the way to go because the back is pretty low. It was perfect for dancing the night away in. I loved this dress and was SO happy it worked out that I could wear it! I only wish I had a picture of the beautiful back!

Fit perfectly. No bra or additional support needed. Perfect for a semi-formal wedding.

Fit was great for an hourglass shape and I loved the lace in the front as well as the crisscross in the back! Great for a date night or a cocktail party!

4 fit great; a little big in the hips for me, but the texture of the dress made this unnoticeable. The head/neck hole is a little small so I had to maneuver into it, but once I got it on I was good to go for the rest of the night. Great choice for a late summer wedding, and good fabric weight for time shared between indoor/outdoor. Loved this rental!

Worst part of the dress is putting it on. If you plan to have a fancy updo, make sure someone is able to help you put it on as was tight over the head. The 8 fit me but opted for the 6 as was more form fitting. I wore a strapless bra as my boobs looked flat without one. Being tall, dress wasn't too short but doesn't have a lot of give at the bottom hem. If you plan to dance your face off, be aware you don't have full movement in this dress. Overall lovely dress that I would rent again. 

I'm 5'6, 130, athletic build, small B-cup. This dress was the perfect length and cut. I didn't have to wear a bra because there's a silk liner and the lace added enough texture on top. Wore it to an outdoor Colorado wedding and it was perfect. Can be dressed up or down. 

Wore this for a private home evening fundraiser for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and the Bodiography dance company.  Rented both size 8 and 10.  My usual size is an 8 petite.  Could fit in the size 8, but was more comfortable in the roomier 10.  Received compliments on the stunning look from both the host and the hostess.

Beautiful dress, the back was so cute and I got compliments all night! The lower half fit great and the dress wasn't too short for me!

This dress was FIRE! It is a dark navy color, looks black due to filter on photo. Totally held my girls in place so no need for a bra! I'm a 34C, and the 2 was PERFECT! I got so many compliments and felt super Hot in this dress. Fell to about 1-2 inches above my knee. 

I rented this for my best friends rehearsal dinner. It's not too short or low low cut but the low and open back makes it sexy and was my favorite part. I felt fine without wearing any sort of bra. Usually my hips prevent me from sizing down on dresses that are form fitting around the waist but I easily got away with sizing down on this one.  I would definitely rent again!

The dress fit well. It was a little loose in the waist. I couldn't wear a bra with it, but it has a semi built-in bra. I received lots of compliments on the dress. 

Navy Cross the Back Lace Sheath

Nanette Lepore

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