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Dress Shirt Collars
Guys can be creatures of habit when it comes to collar styles on their dress shirts. But there are options and trying something new could give your look a nice little boost. Check out your choices.
Button-down
This old school academic collar is historically casual but dress it up with a tie and it's all American. The button-down collar was introduced in England during the 1800s to help polo players keep their collars in place while playing. Secured to the shirt by small buttons on both points for both a stylish and practical look. This style is hence considered a sportier look and is the least dressy of available collar options. We give our button-down collar a little more materials to make it sit a little better under a jacket and/or sweater. The little details make a difference.
The Tab
The all-business button or snap tab not only keeps the collar flat around your neck, it props a tie up as well. A snap tab collar holds your tie perfectly in place by using a snap that brings the points of the collar closer together. The close points that the snap tab give your shirt a neat and polished appearance. This type of collar provides a classy look to your outfit and is generally worn on dressier occasions.
The Point
The Straight is the default collar for most guys. It’s a clean look . This collar is a good choice for suits and jackets with or without a tie. The Straight is versatile enough to go formal or casual with jeans. The Straight/Point gives a little more of vertical frame for the tie and face and that can have a slimming effect.
The Spread
This collar is as its name suggests. Spread out to give a larger tie knot ample room, this collar frames your face well. The Spread is also becoming more popular without a tie, even without a jacket. Wear it with jeans, with the sleeves rolled up.
The Spread may feel a bit more European and modern. It’s becoming one of our favorites.
