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

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The form-fitting design featured two thin shoulder straps that held up a nude leather bust with a sweetheart neckline, embellished with silver grommets. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026 Crafted with a corseted bodice and sweetheart neckline with a flowing skirt and dramatic train, the dress wholly evoked a fanciful, tender aesthetic. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026 Coco says The final product was a beautiful off-the-shoulder gown with a subtle sweetheart neckline, draping at the hip, and a sweeping train. — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026 Kaia’s ensemble featured a sweetheart neckline while Cindy’s had an off-the-shoulder silhouette. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sweetheart neckline

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 Oct. 2026.

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