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DESIGN DETAILS

The Details Closest to You.

The collar frames the face. The cuff completes the transition from shirt to jacket. Both should serve the garment, the occasion and the way you dress.

← THE STYLE GUIDEDESIGN DETAILS

COLLAR CHARACTER

Frame the Face.

Collar shape changes the expression of a shirt and its relationship with a tie, bow tie or open neck. Availability is confirmed during your consultation.

Point dress-shirt collar viewed from the front

Point

A close-set, directional collar with a restrained character.

A familiar choice with or without a tie; versatile with business suits.

Spread dress-shirt collar viewed from the front

Spread

A wider opening with a balanced, open expression.

Works with a range of tie knots and tailored jackets.

Cutaway dress-shirt collar viewed from the front

Cutaway

A pronounced spread that draws attention to the neckwear.

Consider knot scale and jacket lapel proportions.

Button-Down dress-shirt collar viewed from the front

Button-Down

Collar points fasten to the shirt for a more relaxed character.

Often suited to less formal tailoring; not a default formal evening choice.

Wing Collar dress-shirt collar viewed from the front

Wing Collar

A short standing collar with folded points.

Associated with formal evening dress; discuss the full tuxedo ensemble.

Band Collar dress-shirt collar viewed from the front

Band Collar

A short standing band without folded collar points, creating an open, understated neckline.

Generally worn without a tie for a relaxed tailored look.

THE CUFF

Finish at the Wrist.

Single-Button Barrel dress-shirt cuff detail

Single-Button Barrel

A clean everyday cuff fastened with one button.

Two-Button Barrel dress-shirt cuff detail

Two-Button Barrel

Additional button positions allow an adjustment to the cuff closure.

Rounded Barrel dress-shirt cuff detail

Rounded Barrel

A softer corner changes the line without changing the overall formality dramatically.

Angled Barrel dress-shirt cuff detail

Angled Barrel

A clipped corner introduces a sharper geometric finish.

French Cuff dress-shirt cuff detail

French Cuff

A folded cuff secured with cufflinks for a more ceremonial expression.

Convertible Cuff dress-shirt cuff detail

Convertible Cuff

Designed to accommodate a button or cufflinks, subject to availability.

The jacket sleeve and shirt cuff should read as a considered pair; the amount of visible cuff depends on the wearer and the garment. For evening shirt details, see The Tuxedo Guide. Availability is confirmed during your consultation.

CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION

Bring Your Preferences Along.

These guides give you a vocabulary for a personal discussion, not a set of rules. A consultant can help connect the details to your occasion, garment and preferred fit.