Survey of Apparel Design

Presentation
by:
Vishakha Chopra
 square neck
• (linear side edges neither
converge nor diverge)
• these are characterized by
three linear edges, the bottom
edge meeting the side edges
at right angles. The bottom
edge cuts across the figure
horizontally and the side edges
pass over the shoulders. A
special case of this is the slot
neckline, in which the side
edges are very close (roughly
the width of the collar-bone
points), forming a narrow slot.
 V-neck

• These are formed by two

diagonal lines from the
shoulders that meet on the
chest creating a V shape.
The depth of the V can vary,
ranging from demure styles
to plunging. The surplice
version of this neckline
(known as a portrait
neckline) is an alternative.
The V may also be
truncated by a small bottom
edge, forming a trapezoid.
 scoop neck

• (curved, concave up)

• These have a curved U
shape, with the arms of
the U hanging on the
shoulders. The depth of
the U can vary, ranging
from demure styles to
plunging.
 polo neck

• these are high close-

fitting collars that wrap
around the neck itself,
and are also called
turtlenecks. They are
most common for
sweaters (also called
jumpers) or jerseys.
 The Bateau
• The bateau neckline is a
boat neck that connects
on the edge of each
shoulder. This dress
compliments the fuller
bustline bride (
 High Collar

• The High Collar neckline has

a collar that comes up high
on your neck, creating a
more formal look.
• It can be paired with sleeves
or can be sleeveless. Also ,
the collar part can be a lace
or sheer cover that reveals
the skin underneath, still
giving a formal and
conservative feel to any
dress.
 Strapless
• One of the most popular
necklines in recent years is
the Strapless. Just as it
sounds,it does not have
any strap, and therefore
no sleeves or fabric above
the line of your
underarms. Strapless
necklines can go straight
across or be more
scooped in the front and
look amazing with ball
gown and A-line
silhouettes.
 deep or plunging neck

• these are low necklines,

in either V, U or square
shapes, that reveal
various amounts of
cleavage.
 boat neck
• (one edge, nearly
linear)
• these have a high, wide,
slightly curved neckline
that pass past the
collarbones and hang
on both shoulders, and
are also called bateau
necklines or Sabrina
necklines. A variation is
the portrait neckline.
 off-the-shoulder
• (one edge, nearly linear)
• these are similar to boat
necklines but are
significantly lower, below
the shoulders and collar
bone. Usually these pass
over the arms but, in the
strapless neckline style,
may pass under the arms.
These necklines
accentuate the shoulders
and neck of the wearer
 one-shoulder necklines
• (one edge, nearly
linear)
• these are asymmetrical
linear necklines that cut
across the torso
diagonally, usually from
one shoulder to under
the other arm.
 halter necklines
• (linear, side edges
converge on neck)
• these feature a V-neck
or scoop front neckline
with straps which wrap
around and connect at
the nape of the neck.
 sweetheart necklines
• (side edges linear, curved
bottom edge concave
down)
• these have a curved bottom
edge that is concave down
and usually doubly
scalloped to resemble the
top half of a heart. The side
edges often converge on
the neck, similar to halter
necklines. Sweetheart
necklines accentuate the
bosom.
 keyhole necklines

• these are similar to

halter necklines, but the
converging diagonal
lines meet in front of
the neck, forming a
"keyhole". More
generally, these feature
a central hole, usually
just below the collar
bones. These necklines
are seen infrequently.
 surplice neckline

• these are similar to how

a bathrobe's neckline is
formed by one side of
the garment
overlapping the other.
For a dress, the lower
layer is usually sewn to
the top layer just under
the bust.
 An asymmetrical

• neckline is one that is

different on one side.
This dress is a good
example, since you can
see that one side is
strapless and the other
has a strap with a
flower accent.
• This type of neckline is
great for someone who
has narrow shoulders.
 Jewel

• A Jewel neckline is very similar to a

High Collar neckline, but the
difference is that instead of going up
higher on your neck, the Jewel just
follows the curve of your neck
around.
• The way that a regular t-shirt will
have just a simple round hole that
goes around your neck is the way
that a Jewel neckline works, only
more elegant of course.
• This neckline is great if you are
looking to enhance a smaller bust,
especially if paired with a sleeveless
ball gown. If you do not like to show
off your arms, however, you can find
a Jewel Neckline that has sleeves as
well or even a bolero or coverup for
your arms.
 turtleneck
• A turtleneck is another
common type of neckline, in
which fabric rises up around
the throat, sleekly or in
folds, to sit under the chin.
This is distinct from the
lower, looser cowl neck. A
cowl neckline incorporates
excess fabric, so that
instead of smoothly falling
across the body the
neckline drapes and forms
soft curves.
 Sabrina neckline
• A variation on the strapless
neckline is the Sabrina
neckline, which is placed
higher along the
collarbones, with cutout U-
shapes at the sides to
accommodate the arms.
This neckline was designed
for Audrey Hepburn in the
film Sabrina, as she did not
like the look of her
collarbone and decolletage
in a regular strapless
neckline.
 Ballet neckline
• A ballet neckline is
similar to a boat-shaped
neckline, but slightly
rounder and more
scooped. It is fairly wide
and high, diferentiating
it from the deeper
scooped neckline.
 Cowl Neckline
• A Cowl Neckline top is
similar to a turtleneck.
The main difference is
the neckline has much
more material making it
hang in a scooping
fashion on the chest. It
is commonly seen on
sweaters, camisoles,
dresses, and even some
wedding gowns.
 Empire:
• The empire neckline is
square and has a
horizontal coverage of the
breasts. It dips to a point
halfway between the top
of the breast and the
areolas. Flatters average
to larger women with
short necks as it offers a
balance and makes the
neck appear longer.
 Queen Anne
• Britain’s Queen Anne
popularized this neckline.
The diamond shape opening
of the chest area will make
the chest and shoulders
appear larger and wider by
drawing the eyes to the
horizontal line along the
right and left pointsWith
the striking high collar of
this neckline you do not
usually want a necklace, just
a fabulous pair of earrings.
 Bertha Collar
• A decorative collar
which is attached to the
neckline. It ranges in
length from 9 to 18
inches. It is often
trimmed in lace.
 Crew Neck:
• The crew neck is called
such because it is the
style of neckline that was
found on crewmen's
jerseys. It is close all
around the neck and is
usually found with a
narrow, ribbed edge,
especially in knitted
fabrics. Crew necks are
generally good for all but
heavier-set women or
those with short necks.
 Funnel Neck

• A type of garment
neckline that is wide
and high, resembling a
funnel. It is important
to note that the funnel
neck is not sewn at the
neckline, but rather, is
attached to the body of
the garment.
 Camisole Neckline
• Top of a dress or top
that is cut straight
across and above the
bust with thin straps
over the shoulders.
(Mexx and InWear basic
cami's are a perfect
match)
 Florentine Neckline

• Extends from shoulder

straight across front and
back.
 Henley Neckline
• An open front,
buttoned crew neck;
usually with 2 to 3
buttons.
 Horse-shoe neckline
• Necklines in the shape
of a horse shoe magnet
are horse shoe
necklines, they might
vary a little in the exact
shape.
• Goes well with tops and
dresses
 Peasant Neckline
• Peasant Neckline refers
to a type/style of
neckline where a cord is
used to gather fullness
either high or low on
the neck.

Peasant Neckline is also

called Drawstring or
Gypsy Neck line.
 Caftan Neckline
• A caftan neckline has a
loose round/ square
neck and a slit in the
front enclosed in
embroidery.
• It is best for kurtis and
is rarely seen in dresses