Establishing which collar shape to choose can feel like a confusing business. Different shapes suit not only different moods, but face shapes too. A collar can frame your face perfectly, creating balance and proportion.
The all rounder - As a rule of thumb, the classic Budd collar with its narrower points is the most flattering and popular of all collars. It is a traditional “forward” collar, synonymous with Jermyn Street tradition. It works best for those with rounder faces and will lengthen and slim them down a little, thanks to its narrower, straighter points.
Other collars to consider: Button Down, Hidden Button Down, Washington, Round Pin, White Collar, Penny-Round.
Spread collars tend to have more contemporary and European overtones, and work very well for those with thinner, longer or more angular faces, helping to give balance. They have wider collar points that angle outwards instead of down. If wearing a tie, you will need a fuller knot, but better still, go without.
Collars to consider: Bank by Budd (semi-spread), Full spread, Penny-round, Tab.
If you have an oval face, you have the choice of pretty much any collar shape.
