The Club Collard Shirt

 

A Club Collard Shirt Retailed By Designer Ralph Lauren, issued in his 'Polo' collection

The Club Collard shirt was a style of shirt made popular in the early 20th century, between 1915 and the late 1920's. The club Collar is often white in color and usually contrasts a darker color or pattern  such as blue or pinstripes. The Club Collar may also be referred to as a 'Rounded collar.'

A detachable Club Collar, from the 1920's.

Though the popularity of the Club collard shirt has faded, the shirt style is slowly making a come back in modern fashion. Many high end retailers such as Ralph Lauren and Brooks Brothers are now retailing the shirts. Glimpses of the shirt may also be found in many magazines and articles such as GQ and Esquire. The shirt is often worn with thin neckties between 2 and 3 inches in diameter. Because the Club Collars lengh is usually short larger neckties create an undesired "bulge." in the collar band.

 I personally believe that club Collard shirts are a unique yet moderately conservative way to express a flair of fashion independence. Though the shirt may not be appropriate for
professional work enviorments, the Shirt is perfect for a Sunday Church service or a Friday night date.


Below Are several Examples of Club Collard shirts currently retailed by: Lands End, Paul Frederick and Ralph Lauren.

A Club Collard shirt retailed on http://www.landsend.com/

A Club Collard Shirt Retailed on http://www.landsend.com/