Definition of boatneck
: a wide neckline that extends toward the tips of the shoulders
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Back in 1962, Rita Moreno won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress wearing an elegant black and gold boatneck gown.
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In episode two, Midge and her best friend attend a ridiculous exercise class (modeled after real photographs from Helena Rubenstein’s wellness studio), where the women are doing calisthenics in boatneck shirts, sweaters, and twill shorts.
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Choose between nautical blue prints, boatneck dresses, and French terry tops with raglan sleeves and notched collars (plus, pockets!).
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This white cotton boatneck top and matching skirt feel very French countryside to me.
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First Known Use of boatneck
1921
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