Halterneck is a style of women’s clothing strap that runs from the front of the garment around the back of the neck, generally leaving the upper back uncovered. The name comes from livestock halters. The word “halter” derives from the Germanic words meaning “that by which anything is held”.
Miriam Webster
There it is, the definition of a halter neckline. It’s a specific look, but it’s worn more frequently by royals than you might think. It was a surprise to me how many came up in my initial search.
Princess Sofia channeled the seventies at the annual Swedish Sports Gala, held in the Ericsson Globe Arena on January 27, 2020. I like her commitment to the total effect, from the high ponytail to the dangling earrings.
The glamorous young Crown Princess Victoria sparkled her way through Monte Carlo in 2009.
The Duchess of Sussex stepped out for the evening reception after her wedding, wearing a Stella McCartney halter and upping the glamour content by hopping into a convertible with her new husband. Straight out of 1930s movie, there.
Halters can be an elusive animal. If you can find them, spam them!
