22 Ways to Rock a High Neckline

With ’90s nostalgia reaching a fever pitch, we aren’t surprised to see high-necked tops popping up everywhere. Not only does the style show some skin in an unexpected way by highlighting your collarbone and shoulders, but the conservative neckline also allows you to get adventurous with your hemline or opt for a low-cut back, all the while maintaining a certain level of sophistication. Check out some of our favorite ways to wear this alluring trend through the rest of summer and into fall!

1. Cutout Swing Dress ($20): This flowy sleeveless dress features a cutout back and keyhole front to show just the right amount of skin.

2. Tropical Skater Dress ($107): Keep the summer vibe going strong with this retro tropical pattern and a flared silhouette that is sure to flatter.

3. Flame Game Dress ($70): Set fire to your night with this dramatic maxi dress. The high neck is balanced with a plunging back and criss-cross adjustable straps.

4. Plaid Fit + Flare Dress ($25): Part shirt dress, part skater dress, this high necked plaid dress is all mod and the perfect segue piece from summer to fall.

5. Laurel Lace Dress ($170): How elegant is the floral embroidery on this feminine dress? This one is both sophisticated and easy breezy.

6. High Neck Lace Tank Top ($99): With a drapey fit, this decadent lace top features metallic embellishment and a ruffled, crinkled chiffon hem. You can wear it casually with a plaid shirt over it or a bit more elegantly with a pencil skirt and a blazer.

7. Lacey Love High Neck Tank ($20): Style this swing cropped top with high waisted jeans for a effortlessly cool summer look.

8. Meadow Max Chain Neck Maxi ($170): A chunky chain neck piece gathers the cutaway bodice of this breezy maxi dress in a fun floral print, while the studded belt adds edge and shape to the flowing frock.

9. Floral Halter Dress ($23): Embrace the last blooms of summer with this pretty pastel shift dress.

10. Floral T-Back Maxi Dress ($600): The cut on this maxi dress emphasizes your collarbones and shoulders for an extremely flattering look. And those pleats!

11. Lace Sheath Dress ($230: A high contrast floral lace follows the funnel neck and cutaway shoulder bodice of this fitted minidress.

12. Mini Peplum Dress ($70): With a high neck and flared waist, this hot red number emphasizes your figure in all the right places.

13. Beaded Maxi Dress ($30): This elegant navy maxi comes with a beaded neckline, and you know what that means — no necklace needed!

14. Textured High Neck Tunic ($70): This high neck top features a high-low hemline making it perfect to wear with leggings and skinny jeans. Or, pair with a wrap skirt for a sophisticated office look.

15. Multicolor Sheath Dress ($43): Look effortlessly sexy in a super soft sheath dress that showcases your curves, while the high neck and cutaway arm holes add modern detail to its timeless style.

16. High Neck Skater Dress ($43): Get flirty with this skater dress that also features a roomy high neck — perfect for when temperatures get colder!

17. High Neck Lace Insert Top ($55): Add a little extra glamor to your wardrobe with this lacey tank top. The cherry red color makes this piece a definite show-stopper.

18. Funnel Neck Sheath Dress ($23): Channel ’60s glamour in this super sophisticated funnel neck sheath dress that has side pockets. Because everybody needs a Barbie dress in their closet.

19. High Neck Self Tie Blouse ($15): This flowy chiffon blouse features a self tie high neck and buttoned back keyhole for pretty workplace attire.

20. Frock And Frill Skater Dress ($281): This emerald green party number has a vintage vibe. The art deco detailing gives it a truly unique style.

21. High Neck Long Sleeve ($64): Pair a long sleeved shirt with a cropped top to keep things cool and summery.

22. Midi Dress With High Neck ($50): Perfect for the work environment or date night, this sleek peplum dress is in one of our favorite colors.

Do you find the high neck a flattering trend? Let us know in the comments below!

Sarah J. Maas is keeping readers in the dark about ACOTAR book 6 book 6, but that hasn't stopped fans from sharing elaborate theories about its plot! Our favorite ones revolve around Feyre's middle sister Elain and her overdue POV. For five books, we've watched her live in the shadows of her sister even after being thrown into a cauldron by the despicable King Hybern. She's only shared glimpses of her personality, but that's nothing compared to what readers feels she deserves.

Here's what BookTok thinks about ACOTAR book 6 being the moment we see Elain step into her power or worse

The first theory that stands out is one TikTok user @savannahlueckk shared in this video. Her caption says, "i have a theory that everyone is going to switch up on her and love her all the sudden lmao," in regards to Elain. I don't think anyone truly doubts where she's loved, but it's clear they're not allowing her to come into her own either. From there, the text overlay on the video compares Elain to "Rapunzel," calling out how she's been "sheltered and underestimated by everyone around her."

The first comment on the video says, "She is going to be a whole different person once we get her POV and I can’t wait" while the second comment refers to Frozen 2's song "Into the Unknown." "...just her hearing voices and getting frustrated with them and what they mean as well and learning to embrace her seer powers," user @emlechoppaa wrote.

Another theory by @thundernoblechristine refers to Elain's naturally extroverted personality and how she's currently dealing with everything she's experienced. She says, "Elain is unique in that out of all three of these sisters, she is the most extroverted and she clearly likes making friends...So it makes perfect sense to explore Elain's story as someone who processes trauma and gets to know people differently than Nesta and Feyre."

Only one comment mentioned Elain's potential mate which is great! @imaginedrealism wrote, "As goofy as it sounds, I want Elian with none of the people she is shipped with. She deserves someone totally normal not apart of the Far royalty drama, & it would be more interesting to see..."

But, we're not above leaning into the "Elain and Azriel Endgame theory. Tiktok user @abi.reads2 made her own video about why she thinks Elain and Azriel are meant to be together. She starts off reading a passage from A Court of Mist and Fury before revealing there's a point where the book left by the queen mentions "sing me." @abi.reads2 then points out that Azriel is a "shadowsinger," meaning he's able to detect things most people are unable to.

But @Shelbyaj319 has other thoughts. "I think Elain will manipulate them [Lucien and Azriel] into a blood duel or died or whatever and start a war. I think she’s the villain. She should have already denied the bond [with Lucien] by now yet hasn’t," she says.

There's so many different theories that could be right, but only Sarah J. Maas knows how ACOTAR book 6 will end!

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I never shut up about Marvel, and I will continue to talk about it because my girl Sadie Sink is joining Spider-Man 4! Sources tell Deadline that the Stranger Things actress (who's starring in Broadway's John Proctor Is The Villain this spring) is set to join Tom Holland in his new superhero movie. Here's everything we know — from an absolute fangirl you can trust.

Sadie Sink is joining Tom Holland's Spider-Man 4, set to start filming this summer.

Sadie Sink will have a "significant" role in 'Spider-Man 4.'

Tom Holland confirmed that Spider-Man 4 is set to start filming in the summer of 2025, and Deadline reports that Sadie's role is "significant." Brit + Co reached out to Sony and Sadie Sink's reps for comment.

While we don't have any official news on the specifics of Sadie's character, considering the movie comes a couple of months after 2026's Avengers: Doomsday, I think there are a few characters Sadie would knock out of the park.

Is Sadie Sink playing Jean Grey?


With Sadie Sink's red hair, she would make a perfect variant for Zendaya's MJ (who is, herself, a version of Mary Jane from the comics). But with her sunny disposition and confidence, I could totally see her as Gwen Stacy too. My lead theory surrounding Avengers: Doomsday is that the characters we know so well will wind up in another universe — and could finally bring the X-Men into the MCU.

Even before Sadie's casting was confirmed, the leading rumor was that she'd join the MCU as Jean Grey/Phoenix, a role held by Famke Janssen and Sophie Turner in previous X-Men adaptations. And this is the role I hope we see her in!

Spider-Man fans will remember that No Way Home ended by erasing Peter Parker's existence from the world...but if Peter meets characters from another world (ahem, Jean), or if all our favorite heroes wind up in another world, the spell shouldn't affect them. And fighting to get back home is exactly the kind of theme I'd love to see in Spider-Man 4.

Check out the 5 New Marvel Movies Worth Watching for more!

Trader Joe’s carries much more than groceries – from skincare goodies to alcohol, you can find some pretty neat stuff between their aisles. You’re going to want to make a beeline to their home goods section ASAP though, because TJ’s just dropped a delightful $4 tomato-scented candle that’s being compared to bougie brands like Loewe and Maison Margiela!

Scroll on to discover more about Trader Joe’s new Tomato Leaf candle.

@traderjoesobsessed

On shelves now, Trader Joe’s Tomato Leaf candle smells like – you guessed it – fragrant tomato leaves. Some shoppers have said it comes across as “verdant and fresh” while others say it’s “slightly sweeter.” So far, the aroma has been divisive among TJ’s fans, but smelling it myself, I think it smells exactly like tomato leaves with a hint of refreshing sweetness – making it a perfect scent to ease you into springtime!

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This iteration of the Trader Joe’s Tomato Leaf candle is technically a remake of the same scent they released several years ago, but stopped stocking because the glass jars it was cased in posed a safety hazard (ahem, exploding). But fret not – this new container is made of metal, so you shouldn’t expect any glass malfunctions. Plus, it boasts the same precise scent – nothing’s changed in that department!

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Trader Joe’s fan account @traderjoesobsessed shared the new find with their Instagram followers, and plenty of customers sounded off with excitement.

“Omg yes this is the best one!!!!” one person said.

“This is their greatest candle to date imo,” another person wrote.

“I was actually talking about this a couple days ago with my boyfriend and then magically it appeared!!” someone else commented. “Glad it’s in a tin option even though the glass was beautiful!”

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The Trader Joe’s Reddit page also had some thoughts about the new scent:

“I love this friggin candle,” one person said. “It really took me by surprise.”

“I’m so excited!!” another rejoiced. “This is my all time favorite candle scent of any line ever!”

While some Trader Joe’s shoppers praised it, others had some strong opinions.

“Soapy with a hint of tomato,” someone else noted. “I personally really like it, but I like green, fresher-smelling candles. I hate bakery or sweet candle scents.”

“I love this candle and everyone I know hates it and I’m not allowed to light it when I have my friends over 😆😆,” another said. “It’s SO divisive!!”

Maison Margiela

Across both Instagram and Reddit, several shoppers compared the new Trader Joe’s Tomato Leaf candle to brands that are so bougie. Some comparisons that were made include the Loewe Tomato Leaves candle, Maison Margiela's From The Garden perfume, and the Roma Heirloom Tomato Candle from Flamingo Estate. The Trader Joe’s Tomato Leaf candle costs just $4 for 5.3 ounces worth of candle, so you could absolutely get a similar luxe effect for way less.

Flamingo Estate

The Trader Joe’s Tomato Leaf candle is crafted from a blend of soy wax, coconut oil, and beeswax. It also comes complete with a lead-free cotton wick to ensure a clean burn. Totally fresh and definitely unique, I’d say it’s worth the money – especially for a fresh feel during spring!

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