top of page
Search
Writer's pictureROMIT CHAKRABORTY

AN EXPERT GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE RIGHT NECKLINE



While searching for the most flattering dresses, your regular considerations may include factors like fabric, silhouette or drape. However, we cannot undermine the importance of a stylish neckline. It sets the stage for innovative accessories and creates a balance of your silhouette to make a bold statement. Let’s go through the expert guide from Drapefit.


Select A Style Well Suited To Your Body Type


Every body is unique and special- The key is to know a particular style and fit which suits you best. Here’s a list of our favourite necklines- from classic to modern and trending.


1. What is a Crew Neck?




Crew neck, also called the round neck, is a classic neckline style that shortens your neck to emphasise your face and bust.


Best Suited Body Types:

  • Small to medium bust

  • Long neck

  • Wide shoulders


What Best Complements The Style?


This classic and simple style doesn’t demand much. A small earring with a plain top adorned with simple details would be perfect for the classic look.


2. What is a Boat Neck?




This neckline is wide and shallow, passing just below the collarbone to balance a fuller midsection by drawing attention to your neck and collar.


Best Suited Body Types:


  • Small to medium bust

  • Slender shoulders

  • Prominent neck


What Best Complements The Style?


Completing second to the crew neck, it offers the most coverage. Spice it up a little with long, layered necklaces or a vibrant pendant.



3. What’s A Button-up Neckline?




The Button-up neckline is suitable for all body types. In case you are petite or slender, it is wise to choose a more tailored cut. If you are on the busty side, a looser fit would be a better choice to avoid gaping across the chest.


Best Suited Body Types:


  • Small to medium bust

  • Small to wide shoulders

  • Athletic, curvy or busty shapes


What Best Complements The Style?


Create a balance with delicate and elegant necklaces. If you’ve chosen a loose-fitting style, balance the softness with a stylish and bold necklace.


4. What is a Halter Neckline?




The best neckline to showcase your shoulders and drive the focus upward, striking a unique balance. Though it is suitable for all body types, works best if you have a fuller bust.


Best Suited Body Types:

  • Medium to full bust

  • Wide shoulders

  • Straight or hourglass midsection


What Best Complements The Style?


This unique style necessitates no necklace! Pair with a set of drop earrings, or keep it simple and let the unique and elegant neckline showcase itself.


5. What is a Scoop Neck?




This style is also a friend to almost all body types. This wide neckline draws attention downward and focuses your neck and collarbone.


Best Suited Body Types:

  • Small to Large Bust

  • All types of body shapes, from athletic to hourglass

  • Shorter neck and broad shoulders


What Best Complements The Style?


Be creative with the accessories you wear with this neckline. A light, layered necklace is a strong suggestion from the experts of Drapefit.


6. What is a V-neck?




This versatile and classy neckline can make everyone look great. The vital point to keep in mind while wearing it is to choose one of the correct depth to best suit your bust size. A smaller bust should choose a shallower one, and the ones with a larger bust can choose a deeper one to give justice to your silhouette. Add a cami underneath to balance a longer neck.


Best Suited Body Types:


  • Small to large bust

  • Petite, athletic or hourglass shapes

  • Small to broad shoulders


What Best Complements The Style?


The V-neck is such a versatile neckline, you are free to experiment a bit with your accessories. Wear a necklace that follows the neckline, like a statement necklace that reflects the aesthetics of the top.




7. What is an Off-the-shoulder?




Off-the-shoulder, also known as Bardot, is an elegant neckline that has gained popularity this year. It accentuates your shoulders, focuses your collarbone and gives justice to a fuller mid-section.


Best Suited Body Types:

  • Small to medium bust

  • Pear, athletic, petite and hourglass shapes

  • Slender or narrow shoulders


What Best Complements The Style?


A long pendant will provide a lengthening effect while a set of statement earrings would be an icing to the cake, more so if you have shorter hair and showcase the signature knot.


10 views

Comments


bottom of page