sweetheart neckline

noun

: a neckline for women's clothing that is high in back and low in front where it is scalloped to resemble the top of a heart

Examples of sweetheart neckline in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Things kicked off with Kelela’s red and black Ferragamo coat and matching hair paired with a simple black dress and Ferragamo angular mules, fashion writer Marjon Carlos wearing a sweetheart neckline denim jumpsuit and red pointed toe shoes and a Ferragamo bag. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 3 Nov. 2023 The pair specifically channeled the former couple's looks at the 1995 grand opening party for the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, wit Fox sizzling in a two-tone pink and red latex mini-dress with a sweetheart neckline. Lindsay Kimble, Peoplemag, 28 Oct. 2023 At the 'Hannah Montana: The Movie' Premiere in 2009 For the starry premiere, held at Hollywood's El Capitan Theatre, Swift sparkled in a black dress with a sweetheart neckline, paired with matching heels and jewels. Kate Hogan, Peoplemag, 11 Oct. 2023 Included in the collection are the designer’s signature stripes reimagined for the transitional fall season, and pieces in neutrals of tans and creams with bubble hems, and tight sweetheart neckline bodices. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 4 Oct. 2023 Beckinsale wore a very traditional Playboy bunny look: a black sequin leotard with a sweetheart neckline, a halter strap, and the signature white collar and black bowtie. Carrie Wittmer, Glamour, 31 July 2023 In photos obtained by the outlet, Hulk and his new bride posed for photos together after the ceremony, with him in a simple black tuxedo and a black version of his signature bandana and Daily, 45, in a glittery white strapless gown with a sweetheart neckline and lace train. Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 26 Sep. 2023 Palmer arrived at the event dressed in a black, sequined, floor-length gown with a sweetheart neckline. Gabi Thorne, Allure, 25 Sep. 2023 Michelle Obama In a denim dress with a sweetheart neckline, black cardigan, and black platform sandals, at Arthur Ashe Stadium on August 28. Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 30 Aug. 2023 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sweetheart neckline was in 1941

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“Sweetheart neckline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sweetheart%20neckline. Accessed 1 Dec. 2023.

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