Jewel neckline

Jewel neckline is a smooth round opening at collarbone height—no V, cowl, or cutout.

crew neck is the knit rib version. keyhole adds a shaped opening below the round neck.

Neckline defines jewel as round neck at the base of the throat.[1] Dressmaking diagrams show jewel neck drafting on blouse blocks.[2] Blouse patterns default to jewel neck for office sheaths.[3]

Named because necklaces sit at this line.[1] Jewel pairs with sheath silhouettes in silk and wool.[3] Differs from Peter Pan attached leaves.[2]

Today jewel neckline appears on sheaths, T-shirt dresses, and bridal gowns in cotton, silk, and jersey.[1][3] Add statement necklace at the jewel line.[2] When the neck is round at collarbone height—jewel neckline applies.[3]

Sheath dresses, office blouses, bridal gowns, T-shirt dresses, and classic knit sheaths.[1]

Jewel neckline invites necklaces—pendant sits at the named line.[1] Boat neck is wider; jewel is round and close.[2]

crew is knit rib jewel height. keyhole adds cutout. illusion adds sheer yoke.[1]

Jewel neckline reads classic, office-ready, and necklace-friendly. Black sheath jewel neck reads timeless.

Jewel neckline vs crew neck? Same height; jewel is woven term, crew is knit.[1]

Jewel neckline vs boat neck? Boat is horizontal; jewel is round close.[1]

Jewel neckline bridal? Common on classic satin gowns.[3]