The Neckline You'll Be Seeing Everywhere This Fall

One of the more predominant trends seen on the F/W 15 runways was the Victorian era. Loads of lace, ruffles, and moody silhouettes cascaded down the catwalks of notable designers such as Alexander McQueen, Givenchy, and Altuzarra. And while the look is undeniably stunning, it's real-life application is slightly challenging, which is why we're spotlighting one aspect of the trend—high necklines—that's not only easy to emulate, but is also incredibly flattering. Scroll down to shop the best high-neck blouses for fall, and tell us what you think of the Victorian trend in the comments below!
Zara Lace Neckline Blouse ($100)
Tamara Mellon Turtleneck Top ($450)
Sacai Luck Crepe de Chine and Lace Top ($680)
Philosophy Lace-Trim Silky Shirt ($595)
Forever 21 Lace-Paneled Blouse ($17)
Dolce & Gabbana Pussy-Bow Chiffon Blouse ($1875)
Atlantique Ascoli Habit Blouse ($670)
Altuzarra Knox Lace-Trimmed Silk Shirt ($ ($1195)
Alice + Olivia Elodie Lace Trim Blouse ($440)
Alexis Lace Mock Neck Blouse ($305)
Alexander McQueen Ruffle Silk Blouse ($1785)
What do you think of the Victorian trend? Would you wear a high neckline? Sound off in the comments below!
Nicole Kliest is a freelance writer and editor based in New York City who focuses on fashion, travel, food, wine, and pretty much anything else that's amusing to write about. After graduating from Pepperdine University with a bachelor's in journalism and creative writing, she started her career back in 2010 as Who What Wear's photo editor and throughout the last decade has contributed to publications including Fashionista, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, The Zoe Report, PopSugar, Fodor's Travel, and several others. She also copywrites and has worked with clients such as Frame, Sea, 3x1, Intelligentsia, and others to develop brand voices through storytelling and creative marketing. She's very passionate about the ways we can improve our sustainability efforts in the fashion industry as well as cultivating content that's diverse and inclusive of all people. When she's not checking out the latest restaurant opening in her West Village neighborhood or riding her bicycle along the West Side Highway, she can be found scheming her next trip somewhere around the world. (Up next is Vienna.)
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