How to Make a Deep V-Neck Dress More Modest

The quickest way to make a deep V-neck dress more modest is to add a camisole, a high-neck bralette, or a lightweight lace insert underneath. Choose a color close to the dress for a subtle look, or use a contrasting color when you want the added layer to feel intentional; whichever you choose, make sure it stays in place when you sit, bend, and move.

If you want to keep the shape of the neckline, a few small stitches can bring its two sides closer together; try the dress on first and mark a point that gives you comfortable coverage without pulling the fabric. For a temporary fix, fashion tape can help hold the neckline against your skin, while a small safety pin placed from the inside may work when the fabric is sturdy enough not to snag or pucker.

A tailor can add a fabric panel behind the V or raise the neckline, which may be a better choice if you plan to wear the dress often. Bring the shoes and undergarments you expect to wear so you can judge the coverage at the right fit, and ask that any added fabric move comfortably with the dress rather than stretching across your chest.