The V-Neck Top and Dress Trend Is Coming for Crew and Boatnecks |Best Knockoff Luxury Clothing

Stephanie Broek and Sylvie Mus wearing V-neck tops and sweaters.

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How to Style V-Neck Tops and Dresses
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published 12 August 2025

There are certain things that, five years ago, I never would have been caught dead saying, one of which is "V-necks are back." And yet here I am proclaiming that the controversial neckline that defined my wardrobe in the late aughts and early 2010s is, against all odds, making a mighty return to both my and fashion in general's good graces. The trend cycle is, after all, full of surprises.

After years of crewnecks, boatnecks, and scoop necks dominating the style scene, the V-neck has crept its way in after a long slumber, showing up in the form of T-shirts, T-shirt dresses, sweaters, tank tops, and more. Brands like Khaite, Toteme, Proenza Schouler, Tibi, and Bite Studios—all of which specialize in luxury versions of classic basics—are going all in with the neckline, as are more affordable retailers like Reformation, Madewell, and COS. Boxy tees that once only featured a classic crewneck are now dipping down in the front with a sharp point, as are cashmere sweaters and billowy dresses.

All signs point to V-neck tops and dresses being the runaway hit of the basics world for fall 2025. To get you ready for the change, I went ahead and curated a no-points-missed guide to reintroducing the neckline into your wardrobe. For styling tips and shopping suggestions, keep scrolling.

How to Style V-Neck Tops and Dresses

@laurareily___ wearing a white T-shirt dress with sandals.

Get the look: V-neck T-shirt dress + cord necklace + sporty sandals

@sylviemus_ wearing a brown V-neck sweater and cream pants.

Get the look: V-neck sweater + flare pants + heeled mules

@elizagracehuber wearing a white V-neck top with black trousers.

Get the look: V-neck knit top + black trousers + heeled thong sandals

@mimixn wearing a red V-neck dress and long cord necklace.

Get the look: V-neck sleeveless dress + long cord necklace

@stephaniebroek wearing a white V-neck T-shirt with jeans.

Get the look: V-neck T-shirt + light-wash jeans + mesh flats

@rachelbesser wearing a white T-shirt, black V-neck sweater, and black pants.

Get the look: V-neck sweater + white T-shirt + wire-rim sunglasses

@nlmarilyn wearing a V-neck white tank top with a poplin skirt.

Get the look: V-neck sleeveless top + poplin skirt + flip-flops

Shop V-Neck Tops and Dresses

Reformation

Lindie Tee

This color feels very retro and unique.

Khaite

Verda Jersey Maxi Dress

I low-key dream about this easy dress. The material is much airier than a standard T-shirt dress, too.

Banana Republic

Oversized Cotton V-Neck Sweater

I actually love cotton sweaters, sometimes even more than cashmere ones. They're much more lightweight, casual, and breezy.

COS

V-Neck Cotton T-Shirt

I'm buying one in every color.

ZARA

V-Neck Basic Knit Sweater

For the color-adventurous person you've always wanted to be.

KHAITE

Mel Crepe Mini Dress

This neckline combines boatneck and V-neck. In other words, it's spectacular.

Lioness

North Light Tee

This tee is checking off every box.

ZARA

Zw Collection Linen Blend Midi Dress

A lower V makes dresses and tees feel very formal and sexy.

Reformation

Wren Cotton V-Neck Tank

The best part about this tank is the fit. It never stretches out, like, ever.

LA LIGNE

Ben Silk, Wool and Cashmere-Blend Sweater

Silk, wool, and cashmere, all for $275? Say less.

j.crew

Cashmere-Silk Blend Wide V-Neck Sweater T-Shirt

I went to an event recently, and four people were wearing this cashmere T-shirt and raving about it.

Le Bop

Jackie Dress

A dress you'll return to for years and years.

Madewell

V-Neck Baby Tee

Just easy.

COS

Draped V-Neck Sleeveless Maxi Dress

This dress could easily cost 10 times as much as it does.

MANGO

V-Neck Dress With Gathered Neckline

From the color to the draping, everything about this dress screams "rich!"

ZARA

Cotton Modal T-Shirt

A pop of red always does the trick.

H-O-R-S-E

The Tee

There's a reason why this H-O-R-S-E tee is always selling out.

Jamie Haller

The V Fave Sweater

I'll never say no to a great new sweater.

Iro

Kamelia Dress

The styling possibilities are endless.

SKIMS

Soft Lounge V-Neck Tank

This top is selling out everywhere, but I found it in most sizes at Net-a-Porter.

Toteme

Overlapped Scarf Dress

Trust me, this dress is even better in person, if that's possible.

HIGH SPORT

Veronica Cotton Sweater

If you're going to invest in a sweater this fall, make it this one.

Another Tomorrow

V-Neck Tee

Another Tomorrow has the most elite basics.

j.crew

Cashmere Relaxed Cropped V-Neck Sweater

I buy multiple cashmere sweaters from J.Crew every single fall.

Favorite Daughter

The Anyday Anytime Dress

So many WWW editors swear by Favorite Daughter's basics.

Dries Van Noten

Hena V-Neck Long Sleeve Cotton T-Shirt

Just toss this on with loose jeans and flip-flops for a low-key Saturday ensemble.

Bite Studios

Spacia Sheer Structured Tank Dress

This one's coming home with me.

Treasure Bond

Cotton V-Neck Maxi Dress

Score.

j.crew

Off-The-Shoulder Shell Tank Top

Sale alert!

Eliza Huber is an NYC-based senior fashion editor who specializes in trend reporting, brand discovery, and the intersection of sports and fashion. She joinedBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing in 2021 from Refinery29, the job she took after graduating with a business degree from the University of Iowa. She's launched two columns, Let's Get a Room and Ways to Wear; profiled Dakota Fanning, Diane Kruger, Katie Holmes, Gracie Abrams, and Sabrina Carpenter; and reported on everything from the relationship between Formula One and fashion to the top runway trends each season. Eliza lives on the Upper West Side and spends her free time researching F1 fashion imagery for her side Instagram accounts @thepinnacleoffashion and @f1paddockfits, watching WNBA games, and scouring The RealReal for discounted Prada.