A neckline is the first decision in an evening look, and it sets every decision after it. Halter lines run up the neck, one-shoulder lines run on a diagonal, and strapless and off-shoulder lines run straight across.
Try each one on below and see what jewellery and hair it wants. The short version: let one thing lead, and let the neckline do most of the talking.
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A one-shoulder maxi in pink with a single strap and a clean diagonal. Everything else is simple, which leaves the neckline as the lead.
One shoulder · Maxi length · Open back
A black halter with a flocked texture. The straps rise to the neck, so earrings and an updo suit it better than a necklace.
Halter neck · Black · Polyester blend
A strapless dress in black, with a straight edge across the chest. That leaves the neck free for a simple chain or a statement piece.
Strapless · Mesh · Black
