The Scoop on Necklines

                             

This summer visit Lilla's Bridal Boutique to view our new collection of spring and summer bridesmaids. From silky chiffons to delicate lace, your bridesmaids will look amazing! 

Sweetheart. Sabrina. Strapless. The right neckline can make the difference between a bridesmaids gown that flatters and one that falters. Your bridesmaids may want to select their own style so they look their best. Below, we help you decipher the different styles.

Off-the-Shoulder- Just like the name implies, this neckline sits below the shoulders to showcase a woman's collarbone and shoulders, with sleeves that cover part of the upper arm. While this style is superflattering to medium- or full-chested women, an off-the-shoulder neckline will look good on almost all figures. But if you've got fuller arms and are uncomfortable with baring your shoulders, you may wan to consider a portrait neckline instead.

Good for: Full-chested and pear-shaped women
Bad for: Broad shoulders, fuller arms

Sweetheart- The sweetheart neckline -- which is actually shaped like the top half of a heart -- is a wonderful option for fuller-chested women because it really accentuates the decolletage. The sweetheart is often done with an overlay of sheer material that rises higher than the heart shape, giving the torso a longer line and also making the neck look longer.
Good for: Serious decolletage
Bad for: The decolletage-impaired

Sabrina/Bateau- This shape gently follows the curve of the collarbone, almost to the tip of the shoulders -- and it's cut straight across so less of the decolletage shows. It can be paired with sleeves or a sleeveless style.

Good for: Small breasts

Bad for: The well-endowed

Halter/High Neck- The halter features straps that wrap around the back of the neck, or a high neck with deep armholes. Both look best on broad shoulders or taller women -- 5'7" and up.

Good for: Broad shoulders

Bad for: Narrow shoulders

Scoop- The scoop, a U-shaped neckline, is a universally flattering classic. It can be cut low, and quite often the scoop will continue on the back of the dress. 

Good for: Just about anyone

V-neck- The name says it all: The neckline dips down in the front (and sometimes in the back as well) in a V-shape, de-emphasizing the bustline.

Good for: B or C cups

Bad for: Anyone bigger or smaller

Strapless- The strapless neckline is a popular choice with busty brides, and it looks wonderful when paired with either a sweetheart or straight-across square bodice.
Bad for: Smaller-chested women

Good for: Great shoulders and collarbones

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