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

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Earlier this week, Selena Gomez wore a red carpet-worthy Rodarte look to cast her vote in Los Angeles: a red sequined dress with a dramatic sweetheart neckline. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2024 Contour Underwire Bra $68 Amazon This underwire contour bra is a favorite thanks to its sweetheart neckline and minimal padding. Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 30 Oct. 2024 The structured sweetheart neckline added the perfect amount of drama, in addition to a peplum waist. Angel Saunders, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024 The dress featured a sweetheart neckline and a skirt with sheer layers. Maggie Clancy, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024 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 16 Nov. 2024.

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