Necklines to suit your figure

Bateau

The wide neck follows the curve of the collarbone and boosts the bust.
Good for: Bony and flat-chested brides
Not so good for: Busty brides (because it over-emphasises)

Off the shoulder

This shows off collarbones and shoulders
Good for: Ample chests (offers open-neck style with the benefit of strap support)
Not so good for: Broad shoulders

Halter

Here the straps wrap around the neck, sometimes backless.
Good for: Great shoulders
Not so good for: Broad or narrow shoulders, or brides who needs bra support

Illusion high

This neckline, made of sheer fabric such as lace or chiffon, fits snugly against the neck with an ornately decorated band of satin, creating a choker effect. Quite a formal look, this is sexy without being over the top.
Good for: girls with bony collarbones

Portrait

A wide, soft scoop from the shoulder tip shows off the neck.
Good for: Great collarbones
Not so good for: Undefined or bony collarbones

Scoop

This u-shaped neckline is also known as the ballerina and can be low-cut
Good for: Everyone

Strappy

The back and front of the gown attach at the shoulder with narrow pieces of fabric. Young, fresh and sophisticated.
Good for: well-toned arms
Not so good for: very busty brides

Square

This cuts straight across the front of the chest with straps
Good for: Heavy busts (cuts low but isn’t too revealing)
Not so good for: Almost no-one

Strapless

This can be cut straight across or with a notch or side-peaks.
Good for: Broad or thick shoulders
Not so good for: Smaller chests (a push-up bra can help)

Sweetheart

Low-cut, shaped like the top of a heart, accentuates the décolletage.
Good for: Serious cleavage
Not so good for: Brides who struggle with a décolletage

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