v-neck-crysti.jpg There is a bewildering range of T-shirt styles and shapes on offer, and it can be confusing to find the style that best suits your figure. As you browse our site, here’s some ways to think about T-shirt necklines and decide which is best for you:   

V-Necks The V-neck is a universally flattering neckline- the deeper the diagonal of the V, the more slimming its effect on your appearance. V-necks are more dressy than  crew necks and can work better for evening wear or under a smart jacket for daytime business wear. V-necks also create maximum exposure, which lengthens short necks.  

  • A wider V-neck is flattering if you have narrow shoulders or a pear-shaped figure.

  • Modest V-necks are ideal for distracting the eye from large busts because they break up the area of the chest, drawing the eyes to the face and collarbones.

  • V-necks look good with detailing like a necklace, to give the eye a natural point of focus.

Crew-Necks The classic crew-neck has been a staple in women’s wardrobes since the T-shirt ceased to be an entirely male preserve back in the sixties, however, they do have their advantages and disadvantages:  

  • Crew-necks are not ideal for large chests as they can make breasts look like one large mass, rather like a shelf!

  • Logos or graphics work well for small-breasted women as they draw the eye down from the neck, but women with large chests should avoid really big logos or designs as they may wrinkle or pull across the front, drawing attention to that area.

  • Avoid crew-necks if you have a double chin, the shape just makes it look as if your chins are being repeated in the line of the T-shirt!

V-neck T-shirt image by Crysti, used under a creative commons attribution licence

Related posts:

  1. Choosing a company clothing logo When you’re deciding to get a company identity, you...
  2. Office T-shirts - how to make the look work Women are increasingly taking senior positions in companies that have...
  3. Why we have a women’s fit T-shirt Back in the day, when Elvis Presley and James...
  4. T-shirts for the office For most of us, the only T-shirt options we consider...
  5. What your T-shirt says about you This year there’s a rash of psychological quizzes appearing...

Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.