Necklines, Sleeves, etc

Necklines, Sleeves, Silhouettes, Back & Waist/Bodices.

Neckline	Sleeves	Silhouette	Waist/Bodice
Bateau Bertha Collar Décolletage Elizabethan Collar Halter Illusion Jewel Keyhole Portrait Queen Anne Sabrina Neck Scoop Square Neck Sweetheart Wedding-Band Collar	Bishop Cap Dolman Fitted Gauntlet Gibson Gigot Leg O’Mutton Poet’s Pointed Puff	A-Line Ball Gown Empire Princess Waist Sheath	Antebellum Asymmetrical Basque Bustier Drop Waist Eyelet Raised Waistline Strapless

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Antebellum		Basque		Bateau		Bertha Collar
A bodice which finishes in a V shape about 2 to 2.5 inches below the Natural Waist. Similar to the Basque		A fitted waist that forms a V beginning 2 to 3 inches below the Natural Waist. It is very common and quite flattering. It helps visually narrow both the waist and hips. Very similar to the Antebellum.		French for “boat,” this neckline opens from one inch of each shoulder with only a light curve. Similar to a Sabrina Neck. A variation is the Portrait Neckline.		A decorative collar which is attached to the neckline. It ranges in length from 9 to 18 inches. It is often trimmed in lace.
Bishop Sleeve		Bustier or Strapless		Butterfly Sleeve		Cap Sleeve
The sleeve is alternately full and gathered from shoulder to wrist. Typically where it is gathered there will be a thin ribbon stitched. A full sleeve set into a normal armhole and gathered on a band.		A bodice style which has no straps or sleeves. Many religious sites do not allow them and you will need to buy a coordinating jacket for your service. Also known as a Strapless or Corset.		Very similar to a Bell Sleeve, but the ends of the sleeves are actually connected behind the back.		A very short sleeve that barely covers the top of the shoulder.
Corset		Décolletage		Dolman Sleeve		Drop Waist
A bodice style which has no straps or sleeves. Many religious sites do not allow them and you will need to buy a coordinating jacket for your service. Corsets traditionally have boning and lace-up at the back. Also known as a Bustier or Corset.		A very deep, plunging neckline which reveals a lot of cleavage		A sleeve which is full at the top and gently tapers to closely fit the forearm.		A good waistline to help add height, this straight waistline falls 3 to 5 inches below the Natural Waist
Elizabethan Collar/Neckline		Empire		Fitted Sleeve		Gauntlet or Pointed Sleeve
A high neckline collar which may be removable. Often flares out and is higher at the back, sloping gently and becoming more narrow to the front. It is very pretty with a square neckline.		The Empire waistline is very high. It is set just below the bust and falls to a slimmer, fluid skirt. It is nice on most figures, but the busty bride should avoid it.		Available in full length (Juliet Sleeve) or 3/4, these sleeves are fitted very close to the arm.		Long, fitted sleeves which end in a point over the back of hand. Also referred to as a Pointed Sleeve.
Gibson Sleeve		Gigot or Leg O’Mutton Sleeve		Halter		Illusion or Net
A sleeve that is full from shoulder to wrist, often with a puff at the shoulder for added fullness.		A sleeve which is full at the shoulder and upper arm and fitted at the forearm. Also known as a Leg O’Mutton Sleeve.		A V-neck or scoop front neckline with straps which wrap around and connect at the nape of the neck.		1.)A semi-sheer net-type fabric, Illusion is often used for skirts and in some veils. It may also be called Net or Tulle. 2.) Any style neckline which is covered with chiffon or netting.
Jewel Neckline		Keyhole		Poet’s Sleeve		Portrait Neckline
A high, rounded neckline at about the base of the neck. It is especially pretty on sleeveless gowns and dresses.		This term refers to a tear-drop shaped opening (or keyhole) below a Jewel Neckline.		Very full sleeves with pleats at the upper arm, usually tapering or fitted at forearm.		Similar to a Bateau or Sabrina Neck, except this neck actually stands or flares out to form a mini collar effect. It may also be lined in a contrasting fabric.
Princess Waist or A-Line		Puff Sleeve		Queen Anne Neckline		Raised Waistline
A dress style with a fitted bodice with gently flares to the skirt. Almost anyone can wear it well. It is also called an A-Line.		As you’d expect, this sleeve features a puff at the shoulder. It may be used with either short or long sleeves.		A neckline with a higher back and the front is shaped like the bottom of a heart.		A waistline designed one inch above the Natural Waist
Sabrina Neck		Scoop		Spaghetti Straps		Square Neck
Very similar to the Bateau, however it starts two inches in from the shoulders for a smaller neckline. A variation is the Portrait Neckline.		1.) A curved front neckline, lower than a Jewel Neckline. 2.) A curved back neckline, may plunge		Tiny straps which go over the shoulders or wrap behind the neck.		A neckline which forms half of a square at the front, the back or both.
Sweetheart Neckline		Wedding-Band Collar
Very typical bridal neckline which looks like the bottom of a heart. It is flattering on most brides.		A very high neckline fitted around the middle of the neck.