There are many various varieties of dress shirt collars for men, and it might be confusing to figure out what the different terminology signifies. Some of the most prevalent dress shirt collars, as well as fashion and style recommendations, are included here.

Straight Collar (Traditional)

The most frequent dress shirt collar for men is a conventional straight collar like the one shown. The extremities of the collar point downward, and there is a very little gap between the collar’s sides. Tie or no tie this sort of collar may be worn.

Collar Spread

A spread collar has greater room between the sides of the collar, giving it a more contemporary appearance. Spread collars are available in the quarter, or half spread forms, with widths ranging from 3 1/2 to 6 inches. They may be worn with or without a tie; however, the majority of men prefer to wear them with a tie. To offset the broad spread, Windsor or half-Windsor knots work well with this sort of collar.

Collar with a little spread

In comparison to a regular collar, a tiny spread collar has less space between the collar edges. For bigger guys or those with broader features, the almost vertical point is an excellent option. Shirts with vertical stripes and collars like these go a step farther in creating a thin appearance.

Collar: Round

The round or rounded collar, as shown on David Beckham, was a popular design in the 1920s. For a new appearance, contemporary guys are bringing the style back with trendy jackets. Because the rounded curves of the collar give equilibrium, rounded collars are ideal for guys with slender faces.

Collar with Button Down

While they are appropriate for the office, they offer a more relaxed vibe than the standard collar and may be worn with or without a tie. Inside button collars have the same appearance as conventional collars, but the buttons that secure the collar are concealed under the collar.

Collar with Tabs

A business shirt with a tab connecting the two sides of the collar is known as a tab collar. It has a similar look to regular collars. Only a tie should be used with this sort of dress shirt.

Collar with Wings

The most formal sort of collar is a winged collar, which is generally worn with tuxedos. Only a bow tie should be worn with this sort of collar.

Banded Collar

A banded collar, also known as a mandarin collar, is made out of cloth that wraps around the neck instead of folding out like other collars. This is a dressier casual appearance that may be paired with suit jackets.

Understanding the many varieties of dress shirt collars will help you pick the correct appearance for every scenario, whether you choose an adaptable conventional collar, a contemporary spread, or a casual tab.