Fashion world has always taken steps that at times even startle the world. When the fashion of halter neck was introduced, the world was stunned and dazzled at the same time. The word halter is derived from a German word. Girls adored the style while men adored girls wearing this style of dresses. And the fashion became an instant hit.

A Halter neck is a style of women's dress which is sleeveless and has only a single strap that goes round the neck of the wearer. A halter neck could be on either a dress or a shirt referred to as a halter top. A halter top is a type of sleeveless top which is very casual and stunning.

Some times, garments with a halter neck may have a tie up at the back of the neck. Bathing suits often have a halter top which ties in this style. Halter tops come in various styles, like with a narrow strap leaving the whole back exposed. Often the halter tops cover the abdomen of the wearer even while leaving the shoulders bare.

Often a halter neck is considered to be provocative and revealing as it exposes the wearers' shoulder and upper back. It is even considered to be impolite in certain circles.

Even when halter tops are a huge hit among young women, these clothes are often prohibited in certain institutions which allow other casual attires. A halter neck or a dress with thin spaghetti straps are not allowed in many schools and such institutions.