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How to Pick a Neckline that Flatters You

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Pick the right neckline to flatter you.
Pick the right neckline to flatter you.

Here are a few of the simple shopping secrets you can use to purchase the right neckline to emphasize your best assets.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Shirts and blouses of different neckline styles
  1. Step 1

    Try a bateau to emphasize you neckline, also known as a boat neckline. This opens up to the shoulder with a slight curve. Bateau and other straight necklines flatter a longer face.

  2. Step 2

    Try wearing scooped or dipped necklines for a slimmer look. These two are more slimming than crew necks because they break up large expanses of skin.

  3. Step 3

    Wear V-neck shirts and blouses. Leave a few buttons of your collared shirt open to create a V-neckline. This look can pull the eye up to your face. A plain V-neck will elongate a round face, a low V-neck will flaunt your cleavage.

  4. Step 4

    Cover up and wear a turtleneck. Unfortunately, wearing one if you have a large bust may make you appear larger due to the extra fabric. To minimize this effect, cover your shoulders with a wrap or stole for they are practical and can add sophistication to your overall look. Turtlenecks are flattering for tall women with long necks.

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LAURA7088 said

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on 7/26/2008 Thanks! I'll try to read this again before I go shopping!

ElleZsen said

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on 5/26/2008 things to keep in mind...thanks

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