Shirt Collars
The collar sets the tone of a shirt and decides how well it works with a tie, a jacket or an open neck. This hub explains the main shirt collar types, so you can pick one that suits your face and the occasion. Browse men's shirts (/collections/mens-shirts).
Formal collars
Spread Collar
A wide-angled collar built for a tie and suit.
What defines it
A spread collar has points set at a wider angle, leaving room for a fuller tie knot and giving a smart, balanced look.
Who it suits
It suits formal and business wear with a tie. Browse men's shirts (/collections/mens-shirts).
Point Collar
A classic collar with narrow, forward-pointing tips.
What defines it
A point collar has points set closer together, framing the tie neatly and flattering wider faces.
Who it suits
It suits traditional smart and formal outfits.
Cutaway Collar
A very open collar that shows off the tie knot.
What defines it
A cutaway, or extreme-spread collar, opens the points right out to the sides for a bold, contemporary formal look with a large knot.
Who it suits
It suits sharp, modern tailoring. Browse BOSS shirts (/collections/mens-boss-black-shirts).
Casual collars
Button-Down Collar
A collar fastened to the shirt with small buttons.
What defines it
A button-down collar buttons the points to the body of the shirt, keeping it neat and giving a relaxed, Ivy-style look.
Who it suits
It suits smart-casual and open-neck wear. Browse men's shirts (/collections/mens-shirts).
Club Collar
A collar with rounded rather than pointed tips.
What defines it
A club collar rounds off the collar points for a soft, vintage-inspired detail that stands out under a jacket.
Who it suits
It suits characterful smart-casual outfits.
Grandad Collar
A low band collar with no turndown.
What defines it
A grandad, or band collar, is a short upright band with no folded-down collar, giving a relaxed, minimal neckline.
Who it suits
It suits casual, laid-back looks worn open.
Modern collars
Cuban Collar
An open, camp collar for a relaxed summer shirt.
What defines it
A Cuban, or camp collar, is a soft, open collar with a notch that lies flat and is worn without a tie for a holiday feel.
Who it suits
It suits summer and warm-weather casual wear. Browse men's shirts (/collections/mens-shirts).
Penny Collar
A rounded collar with a loop for a collar bar.
What defines it
A penny, or round collar can take a collar bar or pin through an eyelet, lifting the tie knot for a distinctive, retro-smart look.
Who it suits
It suits dressed-up, statement outfits.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most versatile shirt collar?
A medium spread collar is the most versatile choice. It suits a tie for formal wear, sits neatly under a jacket, and still looks balanced worn open at the neck, so a single shirt covers most occasions.
What is a button-down collar for?
A button-down collar has small buttons that fasten the collar points to the shirt body. It was originally designed to stop polo players' collars flapping, and today it keeps the collar tidy and gives a relaxed, smart-casual look that works well without a tie.
Which collar suits a round face?
A longer point collar or a slightly narrower spread helps lengthen a rounder face, while a very wide cutaway can emphasise width. If in doubt, a classic point collar is a safe, flattering choice for most face shapes.