Trendy and alluring halter tops are perfect for sweltering summers. The term “halter” finds its roots in the German word “büstenhalter”, which literally means bust-holder or brassiere. A halter top is a top for women, which has no straps over the shoulders, but a single strap around the neck and across the back to hold the garment in place. This design exposes the shoulders and a considerable amount of upper back and is thus ideal for warm weather.
The halter neck first made its appearance in the 1930s when women’s evening gowns followed that style. The neckline was very flattering and the style was extended to swimwear in the 1940s when fabric was rationed during war. This served as a great excuse for the skimpy style to come into mainstream fashion. The halter made a comeback in the 1970s as a casual top. It supported the chest while also exposing a lot of skin. To date, the halter neck remains a sexy option and this style is used for bikinis, summer frocks, wedding gowns and evening gowns.
Over the years the halter top has epitomized grace and elegance yet it can also be trendy and casual. The basic style consists of two pieces of fabric stitched on the sides to cover the bosom and the lower back, while being held by thin spaghetti straps tied around the neck, or a wide strap fastened around the neck with a button or simply slipped over the head. Most women prefer to wear this top without a bra underneath or wear a strapless bra as the breasts are sufficiently supported by the strap. The latest design for halter tops features a long line of buttons at the front to let you decide how deep you want your neckline to be.
Halter tops made from cotton knitwear are preferred for comfort and stretch. Tops made from woven cotton are generally more formal, while those made out of synthetic material are generally more casual, and easier to wash and maintain. People can also create their own halter tops from crochet and lace for a customized feel and look. For ambitious knitters, a lot of knitting patterns for halter tops are found online.
Halter tops look great on tanned and toned bodies. This garment is great to wear on a summer picnic, on walks, at the beach, while shopping and when spending a day with friends. For pool and outdoor parties, team it with long capri trousers like or jeans instead of shorts.
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