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How to choose the neckline of the wedding dress? If you've already started your search for the dress for your big day, you'll have to evaluate whether you want a closed or open neckline; classic or more innovative.

What are the types of necklines? Find out below how to differentiate between the 13 existing styles.

1. Boat neckline

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Also called tray, this neckline draws a curved line that goes from shoulder to shoulder. It is characterized by being timeless, sober and very elegant .

Although the bateau neckline adapts to different cuts, it can be used in majestic princess line dresses in rigid fabrics, such as mikado, or also in minimalist mermaid silhouette gowns, for example, made in crepe. But an empire cut wedding dress with bateau neckline will also be a safe bet.

If you want to slip into a sophisticated gown, this neckline is for you. Complement your boat neckline wedding dress with just a pair of earrings.

2. Sweetheart neckline

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The sweetheart neckline is the most romantic and feminine neckline. ideal to accompany vaporous princess cut dresses, but also tight mermaid silhouette dresses.

It is a strapless neckline that outlines the bust in the shape of a heart, achieving a perfect balance between sweetness and sensuality.

Otherwise, a tight-fitting gown or a sweetheart neckline princess wedding dress will steal the show, whether it's a corset bodice, lace, draped, with rhinestones or 3D embroidery. If you wish, you can perfectly show off a piece of jewelry, for example, a necklace with precious stones.

3. Strapless neckline

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Classic, distinguished and also strapless is the strapless neckline, which cuts straight across, leaving the shoulders and collarbones uncovered. The strapless is an optimal element of a strapless neckline. for wedding dresses with voluptuous skirts whether they are made of vaporous or structured fabrics.

If you want to wear a necklace or choker, this neckline is ideal. Despite the lack of straps, the strapless neckline is firmly attached.

4. Illusion neckline

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Delicate, elegant and with a touch of magic, the illusion neckline refers to any neckline -although it is usually a sweetheart-, which is covered with a thin semi-transparent fabric, called illusion net.

Usually this mesh is made of tulle, lace or organza, and can derive in long sleeves, short sleeves or straps.

The illusion neckline is ideal to accompany romantic dresses. It leaves no room for jewellery on the neck, especially when working with the tattoo effect or on fabrics with a luminous sparkle.

5. Square neckline

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Among the most versatile is the square neckline, also called French cleavage which cuts in a straight horizontal line over the bust and rises in vertical lines towards the shoulders.

Whether with thin or thick straps, long or short sleeves, the square neckline looks sophisticated, but it is especially enhanced in dresses with puffed sleeves on the shoulders, and also in princess silhouette dresses in fabrics such as satin or ottoman. Because they are thick fabrics that mark the lines, they complement well with a neckline that is also structured.

However, the ideal is to show off the square neckline without jewellery or, if not, with a very thin chain.

6. Halter neckline

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It is fastened at the back of the neck, leaving shoulders and arms uncovered .

This is a delicate and very feminine neckline, which can be closed or open at the front. Open, for example, cutting in V or keyhole style.

While it suits different types of wedding dresses, the halter neckline particularly dazzles in empire-cut designs of Grecian inspiration.

And if you are also looking for wedding dresses with back neckline Most halter neckline designs leave the neckline exposed.

7. Dropped shoulders neckline

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As its name suggests, this neckline leaves the shoulders uncovered, and can culminate in delicate sleeves that fall down the arms, in a wraparound ruffle that hugs the entire silhouette, or in long, French or short sleeves.

The also called bardot neckline is very versatile. As well as looking elegant, romantic or sensual, it can also give a casual touch to a hippie or bohemian-inspired dress. Since it shows off the shoulders and collarbone, it's perfect to wear with a choker or maxi earrings.

8. V-neckline

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From straight lingerie gowns to classic princess silhouette designs, this traditional V-neckline fits all cuts and styles of dresses; while it can be accompanied by spaghetti straps, thick straps or sleeves in all its versions.

Otherwise, it is ideal for brides who do not want to risk on the big day, as surely this neckline has been used in dozens of other garments. What is the best neckline for a large bust? For its perfect fit, the V-neckline.

9. Deep-plunge neckline

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Corresponds to the more pronounced version of the V-neckline. It is translated as deep plunge and in some cases it can even reach waist height.

Of course, the necklines deep-plunge incorporate an illusion mesh that covers the skin generating the optical effect. They look good in both loose and tight dresses, elevating the femininity of anyone who wears it. No jewelry is needed.

10. Round neckline

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It is characterized by a rounded curve perpendicular to the neck, can be more open or more closed That is to say, you will find dresses with round necklines almost attached to the neck, to models with lower openings, and depending on that you can or cannot wear it with a necklace.

The round neckline, which is classic and discreet, is ideal to accompany light A-line dresses or blousy bodycon designs, either with or without sleeves.

11. Queen Anne neckline

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This sophisticated wedding dress neckline The royalty-like dress wraps around the shoulders, usually with lace, while at the back it usually reaches the nape of the neck.

It can be displayed with long or short sleeves, while in the front it is most commonly combined with a V-neck or sweetheart neckline. The queen Anne neckline is enhanced even without accessories.

12. Asymmetrical neckline

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The asymmetrical neckline leaves one shoulder in the air, while the other one can be covered with a short or long sleeve It is commonly found in Hellenic empire-cut dresses, but it also looks amazing with voluptuous princess silhouette designs.

If you want to make a difference in your marriage, betting on an extra sensuality, choose a dress with an asymmetrical neckline, either draped, with rhinestones or with a ruffle on the shoulder, among other options.

13. Swan neck neckline

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Finally, the swan is a classic, high, tight and closed neck, which can be integrated into designs with or without sleeves, but it accentuates its elegance accompanying majestic dresses with long sleeves slightly puffed at the shoulders.

If you are getting married in the fall/winter season, this neckline is the one for you. But it is recommended to wear with updo hairstyles to give all the prominence to the turtleneck.

How to choose necklines is one of the recurring questions when it comes to choosing a wedding dress. The good news is that there is something for everyone.