L'un des éléments que l'on trouve dans toutes les garde-robes féminines, ou du moins dans presque toutes, est la robe! Comme le dit le proverbe, "Chaque femme a besoin d'une petite robe noire". Qu'elle soit noire ou dans une autre couleur, il existe une robe pour chaque occasion - robe de jour, robe de ville, robe de bureau, robe d'été, robe de fête, robe du soir... la liste est infinie. Non seulement il existe des robes pour toutes les occasions, mais il y a aussi une myriade de robes de différentes longueurs, coupes, tissus et encolures parmi lesquelles choisir. Avec toutes les options disponibles, nous vous proposons un guide rapide sur certains des styles d'encolure les plus courants pour vous aider lors de votre prochain achat de robe.
Encolure sans bretelles/bustier
L'encolure bustier est sans doute l'un des styles les plus populaires, en particulier pour les robes du soir et les robes de soirée. Il est généralement coupé juste au-dessus du buste et laisse le décolleté, le haut de la poitrine et les bras complètement dégagés. C'est le style parfait pour celles qui souhaitent une élégance très féminine et épurée. Il existe différents styles d'encolure sans bretelles ou bustier, selon la façon dont elle est conçue et ajustée. Elle peut être coupée en ligne droite sur le corps, ou dans un style "sweetheart", ressemblant à une forme de cœur, ou encore arrondie. En accessoire, vous pouvez opter pour une fabuleuse paire de boucles d'oreilles ou un collier original. Une coiffure avec les cheveux relevés est très appropriée lorsque vous vous décidez pour une robe bustier.
Strappy V Neckline
As the name suggests, this neckline style features straps over the shoulders and a V-neck front. This cut is commonly seen on camisole and lingerie style dresses, which are among the big trends at the moment. It’s a very feminine style that looks especially great with soft, flowy dresses. It’s a type of neckline that also leaves the neck, upper chest and arms bare. Depending on how low the V-neck is, it’s a fabulous option if you aren’t afraid to show some cleavage.
Crew Neckline
The crew neckline has a rounded style that’s cut close to the neck, usually sitting right by the collarbones. It’s among the more conservative neckline options and can be seen with any length of sleeves or even sleeveless. Dresses with crew necklines are particularly appropriate for professional occasions and can be styled with a statement necklace that sits just as close to the neck. This style looks especially good if you have a long neck to accentuate.
Round Neckline
A round neckline is exactly that – round. As opposed to the crew style, the round neckline sits further from the neck and highlights the collarbones. It’s a common style for many sheath dresses that are well appropriate for the professional, office setting. Its simple cut can be designed with almost any skirt style whether pencil, A-line, flared, midi or long. It can also feature either a sleeveless, cap, short or long sleeve style. Feel free to wear almost any style and length of necklace with the round neckline or try a brooch as a fashionable alternative.
Boat Neckline
The boat neck, also known as a bateau neckline, has a wide cut that runs horizontally, close to a straight line and almost hits the shoulders, both at the front and at the back. It’s a style that is particularly suitable if you want to highlight your shoulders, as well as your collarbones. This style of neckline balances out wider hips and a smaller bust. It’s an elegant style that’s also nicknamed the Sabrina neckline, after the popular dress worn by Audrey Hepburn in the movie Sabrina. It’s another style that can be designed as a sleeveless, cap, short or long sleeve dress.
V-Neckline (V-Neck Middle, V-Neck Deep)
The V-neckline is an angular cut that goes from the shoulders down to the middle of the chest. The vertical direction of this style elongates and creates a slimming effect. Depending on how daring your feeling, choose a V-neckline that ends either higher in the chest area, in the middle or a deep V-neckline that plunges lower to the bust. A dress with deep V-neckline is the perfect choice if you want to highlight your cleavage.
U-Neckline
The U-Neckline, otherwise known as a scoop neck, goes from the shoulders, down to the chest in a U-shape. It’s similar to the V-neckline but is rounded in style. The U-neck can come in varying depths and widths, with some style starting closer to the neck and others moving farther, towards the shoulders, giving a wider U-neckline. The variations give you options for occasions when you’re feeling conservative and want a moderately covered style or when you’d like to show more of your chest area.
Halter Neckline
The halter is a sleeveless style that narrowly begins by the neckline and forms an inverted V down to the arm hole. Somewhat of a sportier cut, halter style dresses can either have an open back or a closed back that is identical to the front. The halter neckline commonly features straps that tie at the back of the neck and allows you to show off your shoulder blades. Choose this style if you want to accentuate your arms and broad shoulders.
Asymmetric Neckline
The asymmetric neckline, also known as the one-shoulder or one-sided neckline, is a diagonal neckline that leaves one side bare. There are many variations to this style. Some dresses have a wide asymmetrical neckline that tapers towards the shoulder, others feature a thin spaghetti strap, and there are also others that are designed with a short sleeve or even a long sleeve. The countless interpretations of this uneven style make it fresh and modern, perfect for the fashion forward lady.
When choosing the right dress, consider the occasion, the style that will best accentuate your body type with the neckline that will frame your features and of course, your preference. With so many options, there are sure to be more than a few that are perfect for you.
