V-Necks: Yay or Nay? (2024)

FAQs

Does anyone wear V-necks anymore? ›

While t-shirts have been constantly popular for generations now, V-neck tees are still a pretty fresh addition to the male wardrobe. There is no surprise there knowing that one of the reasons a tee was invented is to hide men's chest hair!

Yes - V-necks look great on guys of all body types, from slender to plus-size. So whether you're looking for a casual t-shirt or a more formal button-down, a V-neck is always a great choice.

What's also great about the V-neck is that it's perfect for women who don't have much of a natural waist, or who are heavier in the tummy. A V-neck visually points to the shoulders and waist, drawing the eye in and up. Combine a V-neck with a wrap style and you have one very flattering style for big busts and tummies.

So who wins the war - V-neck or crewneck? In general, both styles can be worn however you want. Although both styles are pretty equal, it all comes down to how you style it or if it fits you. Before deciding what to wear, get to know the style that suits you the best.

#3: V-Neck

They are generally flattering for people with wider shoulders and torsos, because they help balance them out visually. They also help to lengthen shorter necks as they direct the eyes towards the centre of the body.

Tops or T-shirts with a V neckline help create an elongated appearance. The inverted triangle gives it an illusion of a slimmer body.

V-neck designs can give the appearance of height and trim down a larger frame, giving the appearance of a slimmer neckline. If you have a double chin, this top will still stand out.

Regular fit and crew necks are better if you want to give off that husband-material vibe, but if you just want to be a "seducer," you might want to stick with a slim-fit V-neck. Want to look smarter? Stick a blazer over it.

Pair with a casual blazer

Always choose a tailored V-neck (though that's most of them) and stick to classic colors such as black, navy, maroon, or white. Your best choice for bottoms is chinos, wool trousers, or classic tailored jeans.

Should skinny guys wear V necks? ›

As a skinny guy, you want to avoid wearing v-neck t-shirts as they add a more vertical aspect to your outfits. A v-neck makes you look skinnier if you don't have the chest muscles to show off. You might want to stick with crew neck shirts, sweaters, or even polo shirts that add more width to your neckline.

A dress shirt is also the best under-layer for V-neck sweaters because the cutout collar shows off and frames the collar of your dress shirt, and tie, to handsome effect. You don't have to wear a tie with a dress shirt + V-neck sweater get-up, but it's certainly a good look.

This neckline type draws the eyes inward, which can create the look of a longer neck and torso. While they look good on everyone, V-necks are particularly flattering on those who are petite size, have apple-shaped bodies and have short torsos.

If you have a collar and a tie, wear a crew neck. If you have a collar without a tie and a hairy chest… still wear a crew neck to cover chest hair. If you have a collar, no tie, and a smooth chest, wear a deep V-neck. Tank tops are a poor choice for an undershirt and you should avoid them.

A v-neck shell or sleeveless top can be worn alone if your work environment is less formal, or worn with a blazer or jacker to b perfectly at home for the office.

Sweetheart necklines are arguably the most universally flattering neckline. For those with curves, it accentuates those curves gorgeously by balancing out the hips and hugging your chest. For those with smaller busts, it gives the illusion of curves without feeling overdone.

If your cleavage only shows when your dress moves, try sticking the neckline to your skin with double-sided fashion tape. Alternatively, layer a silky scarf or shawl around your neck or shoulders to elegantly hide your cleavage.

The V-shaped neckline elongates the neck, creating a more balanced and visually appealing look. Unlike round neck tops, which can sometimes make the upper body appear boxy, V-neck tops highlight the collarbone and décolletage area, adding a touch of allure.

Many men prefer wearing V-necks as undergarments because they're more hidden than classic T-shirts. Other men love V-necks as standalone pieces because they accentuate their physique so well, or because they look great just as they are!

A V-neck is universally flattering on all body types, but it looks especially good on us ladies with wide shoulders. A V-neck is the best neckline for broad shoulders because it elongates the body by creating a vertical line down the chest.

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Choose Tops with a V-neck

Other elements of this outfit promote the idea of a slender body: the long V-neck attracts the eyes vertically, making the silhouette seem longer (and not wider). The long sleeves also give the illusion of a slimmer figure.

Neckline: Wear a neckline that rests fairly close to your face. It's a styling trick to keep attention directed towards your face. A crewneck, moderate scoopneck, split neck or v-neck work best.

For men, try a basic t-shirt or button-up with jeans or chinos styled with a belt, dressy shoes, and a nice watch. For women, go with a little black dress or a casual blouse and jeans finished with feminine accessories and a natural makeup look.

Rocking a suit with a V-Neck is the holy grail of casual-formal, and it's one of the hardest to pull off. A lot of guys make the mistake of thinking they can pair any T-shirt with any suit jacket. They gravitate towards the wrong kinds of shoes.

With a Crew Neck T-Shirt

Want to get at all those v-neck haters out there? Wear a v-neck sweater with a crew neck t-shirt underneath. You can wear a basic, grey sweater and then almost any t-shirt color will look good with it. To keep it casual, pair your sweater-shirt combo with jeans.

When worn as a base layer, it adds warmth and can help keep you dry without adding a lot of bulk around your neck. V-neck tees also look great when worn under vests or button-down shirts that are left unbuttoned or are only buttoned up about halfway.

By the 1940s, V necks had become an everyday fashion staple, particularly for men. They were often worn over shirts and ties, adding a slightly more casual feel to formal workwear. But it was the 1960s when the 'dad jumper' style really came into its own.

How do you keep your V neck in place? ›

Put on your dress and cut a strip of the tape. Place the tape along the inside edge of your dress's neckline before pressing it down on your skin to keep it in place. Double-sided tape for clothing can be found at a big box store or online. The tape will attach right at the neckline's hem in a V-shape.

V-necks are also easier to put on and take off without irritating the skin. This neckline slips on and off the head easier than a crewneck or high neckline. The task of getting in and out of scrubs quickly and easily may present itself throughout the day depending on the type of medical profession.

Definition of a lovely neck

The neck, to be beautiful, must be neither too long nor too short, too fat nor too lean. It must be shapely; that is, evenly developed. The skin must be soft and white.

Yes. V-necks, scoop-necks and collarless blouses are great as they divert the attention toward your collarbones and chest area instead. Most sleeves look great on the body, for example fitted sleeves, raglans and loose and long dolman sleeves can make shoulders appear smaller.

It's certainly fine not to wear an undershirt – it's really a matter of personal preference. There are definitely some drawbacks of not wearing one, though. If you run hot, you might sweat directly into your clothes, which can cause some odor or sweat stains.

White dress shirts tend to be the most see-through colors of dress shirts. Many men know to wear an undershirt with a white shirt to avoid experiencing unintentional nipples showing, chest hair exposure, and other fashion faux pas.

“My best hack is if you don't have a nipple cover just laying around you can use regular, medical, or silicone tape and criss-cross it over your nipples,” says Brooklyn-based stylist Joiee Thorpe. “Lay the two pieces very flat so they don't show — smoother tape will work better.

By the 1940s, V necks had become an everyday fashion staple, particularly for men. They were often worn over shirts and ties, adding a slightly more casual feel to formal workwear. But it was the 1960s when the 'dad jumper' style really came into its own.

V-Neckline

These are universally flattering. They're especially helpful for women with broad shoulders and short necks because they expose more of your dé·colle·tage, which helps draw the eye up toward your face. This neckline helps petite women look taller and adds visual balance to a pear figure.

Yes, in the mid-2000s, there was a period where a Deep V, worn with skinny jeans and dirty hair, signified a certain rock 'n' roll lassitude that people seemed to think was acceptable at the time.

Were V necks popular in the 70s? ›

Men's 70s Fashion

Shirts: shirts with wide necks or "v" cuts were most common, often with printed fabrics in polyester for the disco look and velvet in retro dress.

Early 1980s (1980–1983)

Velour, velvet, and polyester were popular fabrics used in clothes, especially button-up and v-neck shirts. Looser pants remained popular during this time, being fairly wide but straight, and tighter shirts were especially popular, sometimes in a cropped athletic style.

They give a vertical impression to one's look, making them look leaner, longer, and taller. It is good for ladies who have broad shoulders, thick torsos, and short necks. Whether you are petite, skinny, or plus size, the V-neck will still flatter you.

Tops or T-shirts with a V neckline help create an elongated appearance. The inverted triangle gives it an illusion of a slimmer body.

V-neck designs can give the appearance of height and trim down a larger frame, giving the appearance of a slimmer neckline. If you have a double chin, this top will still stand out.

Many men prefer wearing V-necks as undergarments because they're more hidden than classic T-shirts. Other men love V-necks as standalone pieces because they accentuate their physique so well, or because they look great just as they are!

A portrait neckline is a V-neck with the edges of the V placed out at the points of the shoulders rather than closer to the neck; it can be combined with a surplice neckline.

Surplice Neckline

Surplice necklines are fixed-in-place wrap necklines in a V-shape.

Popular outfits for women included mesh or handkerchief tops, box-pleated or leather skirts, shiny pants, and sparkly shoes. For men, Y2K looks usually involved leather jackets, a statement dress shirt, and chunky shoes. If you need inspiration, Britney Spears and *NSYNC were trendsetters for this type of style.

Early 1970s fashion

Popular styles included bell bottom pants, frayed jeans, midi skirts, maxi dresses, tie-dye, peasant blouses, and ponchos. Some accessories that will help pull together your early '70s Hippie outfits are chokers, headbands, scarves, and jewelry made of wood, stones, feathers, and beads.