A halter neck does two things at once: it frames the shoulders and draws the eye upward. By carrying the weight of the dress from the neck rather than the shoulders, it opens the upper back and arms completely while keeping the front covered — which is why it reads elegant rather than exposed. This edit spans tie-neck styles you can adjust yourself, fixed bands that hold a cleaner line, and plunging halters cut deeper at the front. Lengths run mini to maxi in satin, jersey, knit and chiffon. The neckline suits an updo and rules out most necklaces. Our cut runs relaxed, so if you're between sizes take the smaller one.