Shirt Collars – A Guide to Classic Collars in Premium Quality
The collar is the shirt's signature and one of the details that largely defines how the shirt is experienced. At Appearance, we work with collars that are timeless in expression, comfortable to wear and created to keep their shape – whether they are used for the office, festive occasions or in a more casual context. Our shirt collars are developed with inspiration from classic men's fashion, but adapted to the modern man who wants to combine elegance with everyday comfort.
Cutaway Shirts
See the selection of shirts with cutaway collars - perfect for the office
Extreme Cutaway Shirts
See the selection of shirts with Extreme Cutaway collar - perfect for the office and weekend
Button-Down Shirts
See the selection of shirts with Button-Down collar - perfect for the weekend and the office
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Cutaway Collar – The Modern Classic
The cutaway collar is characterized by its open angle, which gives a sharp and confident expression. It works perfectly with a tie, but can also be worn without, where it appears casual and refined at the same time. At Appearance, we use the cutaway collar in many of our white shirts , as it combines modern aesthetics with classic practicality.
Button-Down Collar – Casual Elegance
The button-down collar was originally developed for sports, but is now an icon in business casual. The collar's buttons keep their shape, whether you choose to wear it with a tie or open under a blazer . A button-down shirt is the obvious choice for weekends, business trips or casual dinners, where comfort and style should go hand in hand.
Extreme Cutaway Collar – A Sharp and Confident Choice
The extreme cutaway collar is characterised by its distinctive open angle, which gives a sophisticated and confident expression. It is the collar for the man who wants a modern business shirt, where the collar looks beautiful both with and without a tie. When worn with a tie, it works best with a full Windsor knot, which highlights the shape of the collar. When worn without a tie, it appears relaxed but still extremely refined – perfect with a blazer or alone with a pair of classic trousers .
Which Shirt Collar Should You Choose?
The choice of collar depends on your style, your workday and the occasions you wear the shirt for:
- Formal: Cutaway or extreme cutaway under a suit and tie.
- Business casual: Button-down paired with a pair of pants .
- Casual: Button-down open over a T-shirt or under a knit.
At Appearance, we develop collars that are designed to hold their shape and maintain their elegant appearance, even after many uses.
Appearance Shirts – More than just the collar
A shirt is the sum of its details, and the collar is just one of the components that makes the difference. Our shirts are created from Italian fabrics in premium cotton and sewn in Portugal by manufacturers with certifications for quality and responsibility. The fit is regular fit – developed for the Scandinavian man – which means that the shirt sits elegantly, but still comfortably.
Why you should choose a shirt from Appearance
- Classic collars: cutaway, button-down and extreme cutaway
- Italian premium fabrics in 100% cotton
- Produced in Portugal with consideration for the environment
- Regular fit adapted to the Scandinavian man
- Timeless Danish design, created for business and casual
FAQ
Which collar is best for a tie?
Cutaway and extreme cutaway are obvious choices as they allow room for wide tie knots.
Which collar is best for casual wear?
The button-down collar is ideal for casual or business casual, as it works well without a tie.
How does the collar keep its shape?
Our shirts are produced with stable collar inserts and premium cotton, which ensures that the collar maintains its structure.
