black turtleneck

Poet's signature garment

A black turtleneck is a close-fitting sweater with a high, folded collar that covers the neck.

The garment carries cultural associations—it evokes artists, intellectuals, beatniks, and minimalist tech executives: He gave the presentation in his signature black turtleneck.

The look suggests someone who wants to appear thoughtful or creative without trying too hard.

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sleek · sophisticated · noir · French · artistic · art house · gallery · coffeehouse · slim · chic · pullover · cashmere · fitted · intellectual · Audrey Hepburn · poet · Manhattan · layering

Categories
Opposites
neckline style

black turtleneckplunging neckline

Garment front dropping sharply

scoop neck · crewneck · halter top · strapless top · tube top

color

black turtleneckbright colors

Intense, saturated hues

cultural aesthetic

black turtleneckHawaiian shirt

Boldly patterned island garment

sports jersey · tie-dye shirt · graphic tee · cowboy shirt · business suit

Family

black, blacks, blacked, blacking, blacken, blackened, blackening, blackness, blackish

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G