In the shirts, the variations in collars are endless nowadays. However, you will notice that there are a few types of collars that are always in the collection because they are either in high demand or because these collars best suit a certain style for a shirt. With so many different collars available, it can often be challenging to choose the right collar for your needs. This article provides more clarity on this.
The following types of collars are most commonly encountered at Suitable:
- Button under / Hidden button down (HBD)
- Button down (BD)
- Cut-away (CAW)
- Wide-spread (WS)
- Kent
- Wingtip collar
Hidden button-down collar
The hidden button-down, also known as Button under, is actually the most common type of collar at Suitable. It’s so prevalent because you can wear it on various occasions. The buttons beneath the collar are secured with a loop and help keep the collar in place with or without a tie. Since the buttons are not visible, all the attention is drawn to the tie.
The hidden button-down is often confused with the button-down collar. The difference between these two is that the buttons on the button-down collar are visible, and it is more suitable for a casual outfit. These collars are a good choice if you get frustrated with collars that don’t sit well.
Cut-away collar
This type of collar is mostly found on dress shirts, which are meant for formal occasions. Because they are a bit longer, they can be easily tucked into trousers. A cut-away collar is a modern collar style. It’s popular because it makes the front of the shirt more visible. In a cut-away shirt, the collar points are slightly farther apart. The collar is literally cut away. Cut-away collars are often seen on tailored shirts. Generally, cut-away collars are safe to wear in the office, with or without a tie, as they fit under the lapels of a blazer.
Kent (and New-Kent) collar
There is much confusion between the two different collars, Kent and New-Kent. To simplify, we will only mention the characteristics of the Kent collar. This collar is much more common than the New-Kent. The slight difference between the two is that the New-Kent collar has slightly wider-set collar points, making it a modern successor to the Kent collar. You can wear a shirt with a Kent collar for formal or informal occasions. It’s essential to wear a tie with a Kent shirt for formal occasions.
Wide-spread collar
The wide-spread collar has a wider spread than the Kent collar. It is only found on dress shirts (business shirts). It is primarily worn at formal events because the collar points are straight and slightly extend, making it suitable for thicker ties and ensuring the tie stays in place. If you have a broader face, you might want to avoid this collar as the inverted V shape can make your face appear even wider. However, it suits narrow faces quite well.
Wingtip collar 
This shirt has a high-closing collar with 2 folded flaps. It is meant to be worn only at formal events with a tuxedo or tailcoat. It’s important to note that you can only wear this shirt with a self-tied bowtie. This is because only the collar points are folded down, allowing the bowtie to be clearly visible! Currently, we have an Olymp with a wingtip collar in our collection.
Other features of shirts:
Sleeve-7 
Sleeve 7 means that you need a long sleeve, perhaps due to long arms. The sleeves are 69 cm long, and the body is also longer in a Sleeve-7 shirt.
Double cuff 
A double cuff adds a touch of luxury to your outfit because the cuff is longer and folded over. You can enhance this with cufflinks available in various styles on our website! When wearing a cuff, it should extend a bit over your hand when your arm is extended. If you wear it under a jacket or blazer, the cuff should remain visible!
Single cuff 
A single cuff is simpler and more common to wear. In the past, cuffs were worn to protect clothing from wear and dirt. The opening in a single cuff has a flap, making it easy to fasten with a button.
