Sweetheart Neckline Definition & Meaning

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sweetheart neckline American

noun

1. a neckline on a woman's garment, as a dress, with a high back and a low-cut front with two curved edges resembling the conventionalized shape of a heart.

sweetheart neckline British

noun

1. a neckline on a woman's dress that is low at the front and shaped like the top of a heart

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Etymology

Origin of sweetheart neckline

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

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Moretz posted photos of herself on Instagram rocking a baby blue gown along with images of Harrison wearing a white dress with a sweetheart neckline and a birdcage veil.

From Los Angeles Times

The bride wore three gowns: an off-the-shoulder Galia Lahav with delicate beading and floral appliques for the ceremony, a shimmering strapless Netta BenShabu dress with a sweetheart neckline and matching gloves for the reception, and finally a fringed minidress for the after-party, also designed by Netta BenShabu.

From Los Angeles Times

As I planned my wedding, I knew that I didn’t want a sweetheart neckline or a tea-length hem.

From Los Angeles Times

Gigi Hadid, a Versace favorite, walked the show in a fitted navy midi dress featuring a sheer blouse on a sweetheart neckline.

From Seattle Times

Kouatchou, who walked the red carpet before the final show in a hot pink clinging gown with a sweetheart neckline and a cut out, said the bitterness was undercut by the big send-off.

From Washington Times

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