One of the highlights of any wedding dress is the right neckline.

A flattering neckline will enhance the whole dress, as well as add elegance  to your wedding dress. As a bride-to-be, you may have long envisioned the type of dress you would be wearing at your wedding. Almost all little girls dream of being a princess on her wedding day, although few consider the finer points which make that gown really work.

The neckline is one of those finer points, and there are many options. You must know what each type of neckline is and what works best for the shape of your neck.

Scoop Neckline

A scoop neckline suits almost every style of wedding gown and will  make the bride-to-be look stunning. This neckline is round and curved and is cut somewhat low to show your cleavage without revealing too much. This type of neckline works well with long sleeves, short sleeves and spaghetti straps.

V-Neck

This neckline forms a “V” shape on the wedding dress and gives the appearance of having a longer neck and a smaller bust-line. Brides with medium-sized busts look best with this type of neckline. This type of neckline can look  great with long sleeves, more specifically transparent sleeves. It de-emphasizes your bust-line and makes a shorter neck look much longer.

Sweetheart Neckline

This type of neckline works well for most brides. It is beneficial for larger brides or brides with larger bust. It is also a prime choice for weddings that are held in churches as it gives a sense of sophistication and modesty, as well as a romantic feel to the entire wedding dress. This neckline also compliments a small waist and creates an elegant look around the shoulders. One of the classics.

Square Neckline

This neckline is a more sophisticated addition to a wedding dress. Its square-shaped frames the collarbone. This neckline style highlights the neck  and is flattering on many body types, especially brides that are tall.

Off-the-Shoulder Neckline

This neckline is designed as an open neckline and lies below the collarbone and shoulders. It accentuates a slender neck and soft shoulders and flatters almost all body types. If you have larger arms or broad shoulders this neckline will make them more prominent rather than diminish their appearance.

Halter Top Neckline

The halter top neckline is formed by two straps that wrap around the neck and connect in the back. This is a perfect neckline style for those that want to bring a little bit of sex appeal to their wedding dress as it exposes more of your back. It is a great neckline option for brides with broad shoulders. Brides with narrow shoulders and larger breasts should stay away from this style as it is not flattering.

Boat Neckline

The boat neckline is a straight neckline that stretches across the collarbone reaching from shoulder to shoulder. This is the perfect neckline for brides who have broad shoulders as it diminishes the appearance of the broadness of her shoulders. This style is not an ideal choice for brides that have a large bust as it takes away from the sophisticated elegance of this neckline shape.

Jewel Neckline

This style of neckline is a slightly rounded, plain neckline that flows at the base of the neck.  This neckline is great for just about every bride with a small or medium sized bust and adds a romantic elegance and uniqueness to your dress.

Regardless of the ideas you had of what your perfect wedding dress looks like it is important to know the different styles and shapes of the neckline to find out which ones suit you best. Knowing the difference between these necklines and trying different styles on at a bridal boutique will give you an idea of what looks good and what doesn’t.