Halter Neckline

The term halter implies having a neckline consisting of cord, band or strap of that kind which extends around the neck and forms a part of the front of the sleeveless and backless bodice. The name comes from livestock halters. This neckline is great for showcasing shoulders and suits most of body types with medium or full bust. In a variation of this style, the straps can also be tied behind the neck. Swimsuits, dresses and tops are always in trend with this style. Either a strapless or halter bra is worn with this style.

Surplice Neckline

This style of neckline is formed by one side of the garment overlapping the other (like a bathrobe). For a dress the lower layer is usually sewn to the top layer just under the bust. This diagonally crossed neckline creates a visual deep V shape.

Illusion Neckline

The illusion neckline combines a low neckline (usually strapless) with a semi-transparent fabric (lace or sheer fabric) along the top part creating a finished higher neckline. This style gives a gorgeous and strapless feel but with the more coverage. This neckline is widely used in wedding dresses. The sheer fabric can have embellishment on it.

Off-Shoulder or Bardot Neckline

 As the word meaning off shoulder this neckline sits below the shoulder and highlights the collar bone and shoulders with sleeves that cover a part of the upper arm. It is also called Bardot coined with respect to fashion icon Brigitte Bardot as she put her own twist on this style. Since it draws attention towards the shoulders this style is flattering for people who have heavier bottoms. A strapless neckline style may pass under the arms.

Envelope Neckline

This style of neckline overlaps at the shoulders. Since this neckline opens up big and nice, they make wearing easier. Since its convenient to get on and off they are much preferred on baby bodysuits, gowns and onesies.

Scallaped Neckline

This neckline consists of series of convex curves to any basic neckline that looks like the edge of a scallop shell when repeated.

Sweetheart Neckline

The name sweetheart is due to the resemblance of the curves of the neckline with the upper half of heart shape. Its decolletage (a low neckline) and showcases collar bones. It looks well on all bust sizes. This style is popular with crop tops, dresses, Kurtis etc.