Off-shoulder is a cut in which the neckline drops below the shoulders, baring them completely, and often the top of the bust too. The neckline may have sleeves that begin below the shoulder, or none, with a continuous line of fabric around. This silhouette accentuates the tender line of the shoulders and collarbones, creating a romantic, feminine and slightly alluring look. Off-shoulder is widely used in summer dresses, blouses, tops and eveningwear, and the aesthetic of this cut is closely tied to the romantic and folk styles (recall peasant blouses). The silhouette now returns, now fades in fashion in waves. It suits almost all figure types and adds lightness to a look. Off-shoulder is a silhouette of romantic femininity, in which the bared line of the shoulders creates an effect of tender, airy and slightly seductive elegance.
