décolletage
Exposed upper chest
Décolletage is the upper part of a woman's chest, especially when exposed by a low-cut neckline.
The word refers both to the bodily area and to the style of dress that reveals it: Her décolletage drew stares at the gala.
A plunging décolletage suggests a dramatically low neckline.
The term carries a slightly formal or fashion-conscious tone, borrowed from French.
Sudden steep descent
- sweetheartAffectionate name for beloved
- v-neckPointed garment opening
- scoopFirst-reported story
- halterAnimal restraint rope
off-the-shoulder · keyhole · cowl · strapless · illusion · boatneck · surplice · jewel
Tendency to split cleanly
- bareLacking any covering
- skinBody's outer layer
- revealMake something visible
- displayPresentation for viewing
daring · risqué · modesty · provocative · suggestive · tantalizing · demure · coverage
Custom high-fashion design
- runwayPaved path for planes
- designerOne who plans appearances
- hauteFrench for high
- eveningwearDressy nighttime clothing
ballgown · silhouette · bodice · corset · draping · chiffon · tulle · lace
plunge
Sudden steep descent
- sweetheartAffectionate name for beloved
- v-neckPointed garment opening
- scoopFirst-reported story
halter · off-the-shoulder · keyhole · cowl · strapless · illusion · boatneck · surplice · jewel · asymmetrical
cleavage
Tendency to split cleanly
display · daring · risqué · modesty · provocative · suggestive · tantalizing · demure · coverage · conservative
couture
Custom high-fashion design
eveningwear · ballgown · silhouette · bodice · corset · draping · chiffon · tulle · lace · embellishment
sophistication
Cultured elegance and complexity
- graceEffortless beauty of motion
- refinementElegance of manner
- chicTasteful, current flair
poise · allure · glamour · class · distinction · finesse · style · polish · luxury · panache
necklace
Neck-worn ornament
diamonds · jewels · brooch · locket · bib · gemstones · chain · solitaire · strand · lavalier
décolletageturtleneck
High-collared pullover
high collar · mock neck · crew neck · mandarin collar · polo neck