drop shoulder

Lowered sleeve attachment

A drop shoulder is a garment construction where the shoulder seam falls below the natural shoulder line, extending onto the upper arm.

This creates a relaxed, slouchy silhouette common in oversized sweaters, casual tops, and streetwear: The drop shoulder gives it that effortless look.

The style reduces armhole restriction, allowing looser movement.

Related

seam · casual · knit · sweater · silhouette · drape · loose · comfortable · streetwear · street style · boxy · cardigan · pullover · raglan · fitted · tailoring · cozy · fashion

Opposites
shoulder construction/fit

drop shoulderraglan sleeve

Arm extending to collar

cap sleeve · princess seam

garment silhouette/style

drop shouldertailored fit

Garment adjusted individually

slim fit · form-fitting

Family

drop, drops, dropped, dropping, dropper, droplet, droplets, shoulder, shoulders

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G