Neckline Styles


Every women wants to look drop dead gorgeous at all times. And to fulfill this endless dream, they are always on the shopping spree for every occasion, be it birthday parties, anniversaries, weddings, or even mourning ceremonies. They always want to look their best. And so, continuous shopping for fashion clothing is mandatory for them. Someone has said, few women in US spend half of their life in the trial room. Now you must be wondering what they do there for so long. Well, apparently 99% of the clothes they try, does not work for them. One of the common reason for this to occur is a wrong neckline. A wrong neckline can spoil your entire look even if the dress is very pretty. So, choosing outfits with right neckline according to the bust line and body type is very essential to make the dress work for you. Here are some neckline styles for dresses that you may wish to wear at different occasions.

Necklines for Daily Wear

V neck: V neck is very common and popular in women of all ages, And why not, it suits almost all body types. But it fits the best for women with a heavy bust line. It can also go very well with women who have broad shoulders, as it creates more depth and shows more of the vertical area of the neck and covers the broad shoulders. Such women should wear broad and deep V neck dresses. You can wear tops with V neck to college and work and they will certainly make you look chic and trendy.

Boat neck: Boat neck was never out of any fashion trends and is also another all time favorite among women. This neckline style adds the touch of class to your outfit. It looks perfect on women with medium-sized bust line and broad shoulders. This neckline does not allow you much to flatter your assets and that is why it is a safe bet for women who are always on the move.

Round neck: It is again one of the eternally classic necklines. Round necklines look good on everyone and go with almost all garments, be it tops, sweaters, blouse, frocks, jackets or T-shirts. If you can look sexy with low and wide round necks or opt for a chic look with high round necks. Whatever it may be, a round neck is sure to dazzle your attire. This is one of the most popular sweater neckline after polo neck.

Square neck: I do not have to say more about this one. It is the most comfortable neckline for all women, however women with low bust line should avoid wearing dresses with square necks. This neckline style is ideal for women with heavy and moderate bust lines. Women with any kind of shoulders can go for square neck.

Necklines for Party Wear

Halter neck: It is one of the most favorite among all the fashion divas and party hoppers. It suits women with a low bust line and narrow shoulders. It created the illusion of fuller bust line. There are many ways you can stitch the halter neck as per your body type. Women with broad shoulders should avoid wearing halter neck dresses, as it highlights the heaviness of the shoulders. Halter neck dresses can serve as great club attire.

Empire neck: It is more like a square but a little broader at lower corners, seeming like A shape. As the name suggests, this neckline style is perfect for evening gowns and dresses with empire waistlines. It definitely gives you the elite and classic royal look. It is perfect for heavy women but women with low bust line should avoid empire neck, it only accentuates their tiny sides. So, the next time you go for a black dress party, you know how to attract attention.

Diamond neck: This also is one of the royal necks, that go well with evening gowns and other tea length dresses and frocks. It suits best to women who have narrow shoulders and low bust line. This creates the illusion of wider shoulders and fuller breasts. Of course, heavy women should avoid dresses with this neckline style. It is one of the favorites of all the fashion designers.

Bustier and Corsets: These are perfect for women with a well toned upper body. They can go well with tops as well as gowns and frocks. But make sure you have soft and glowing skin before you go for corsets. They concentrate all the attention on the shoulders and busts, so play it safe when you go for bustier and corsets. They definitely make you look hot and sexy provided you carry them with confidence and ease.

With this information, you know how to keep the diva in you alive forever. These neckline styles will make your outfit stunning and you will look beautiful, beautiful and even more beautiful.

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