Halterneck
A neckline with straps that wrap around the back of the neck leaving shoulders and upper back bare—common on sundresses, swimwear, and evening tops.
How to recognize it
Origin and history
Where it is used
What is worn now
Editorial styling suggestions from MsDressly—not strict rules.
How it differs
Expression and impression
Common questions
Sources
- Halterneck . Wikipedia Straps tied at the nape leaving shoulders bare.
- File:Halter neck.png . Wikimedia Commons Diagram of halter neckline construction; public domain.
- Neckline . Wikipedia Jewel, keyhole, illusion, and other neckline shape vocabulary.
September 19, 2026

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