Women's Halter Tops derive their name from the halter neckline style, which they have. These tops feature a high neck with deep, raglan-type armholes. Some halter tops have two straps from the bodice that tie at the back and in neck. These tops can have a horizontal bottom edge, or their two side edges can meet in a V. These tops are highly fashionable and are usually sleeveless and come with a single strap around the back of the neck instead of one over each shoulder. Black halter tops are highly feminine and preferred for formal occasions.

Halter top became popular in the 1930's as a fashionable evening wear. By around 1940's it had moved to the comfortable beach styles. Halter tops are very much in vogue even today and make a bold style statement when paired with jeans and skirts. They are pure formal wear and are meant for formal occasions and parties.

Fabric Used
Soft and superior quality fabrics are used for weaving halter tops. Some of the fabrics used are as follows:

• Cotton
• Silk
• Georgette
• Denim
• Leather
• Polyester

Design & Style
There are various designs and styles available with halter tops. The popular styles among these tops are as follows:

• Neckline: In this type of top, the back is always exposed. In backless tops, sometimes the midriff is exposed, while sometimes it is worked into a dress or into a suit so that the belly is covered. Some tops have buckles at neck and waist. V-neck halter neckline tops with two-button detail in the back look fabulous.
  
  
• Design: Halter neck tops can be double layered, animal printed, sequined or hand painted. Embroidered designs are also popular. Knitted halter tops also impart a soft feel to the wearer. They come in multiple shades and designs and are a rage amongst fashion conscious young girls.

Types

• Pleated Halter Tops: These tops usually have pleats on the front. They have a high neckline meant for beyond-vertical coverage shoulder ribbon fastened on the back.
  
  
• Halter Top with Braided Strap: This type of halter top comes with pin-tucked, silk yoke at neck and braided rope straps at back.