How to Choose the Best Men's Collar Styles for Your Face Shape
Social Issues → Men's Issues
- Author Janine Giorgenti
- Published July 30, 2008
- Word count 644
Most men wear a standard traditional point or button down collar dress shirt, either out of habit or because stores do not offer other choices. The problem is that these collars may not flatter the shape of your face. Here is a simple guide to help you decide which collar style looks best on you.
Round Face
You have full cheeks with a rounded jaw line. Narrow point collars help to thin and elongate a round face. The best collar styles for you have straight points with a traditional or narrow spread. Stick to a traditional point for versatility, button down and hidden button down for a sportier look, narrow point for a fashion look and tab collar for a formal, dressy look.
Best Collars: Standard Point, Button Down,Narrow Point, Hidden Button Down, and Tab Collar
Avoid spread collars; they make your face appear wider and fuller.
Worst Collars: Medium Spread, Wide Spread, and Varsity Spread
Square Face
You have a square jaw line, which gives your face a broad, square, angular appearance. Square faces look best wearing traditional point collar shirts for versatility, narrow point collars for a fashion look, button down and hidden button down for a sporty look and tab collar shirts for a formal look.
Best Collars: Standard Point, Button Down, Narrow Point, Hidden Button Down, and Tab Collar
Avoid spread collars; they make your face appear wider and fuller.
Worst Collars: Medium Spread, Wide Spread, and Varsity Spread
Triangular or Diamond Face
You have pronounced cheekbones and a narrow, pointed chin, which gives your face a "diamond shape." To make your jaw line appear wider, choose shirts with a medium spread to wide spread collar.
Best Collars: Medium Spread, Wide Spread, and Varsity Spread
Avoid narrow spread collars, including button down collars; they make your jaw line appear weak.
Worst Collars: Button Down, Narrow Point, Hidden Button Down, and Tab Collar
Oblong or Rectangular Face
Oblong faces tend to appear long with a u-shaped jaw line. You need collars with a wider spread to give your face the appearance of fullness. Choose medium spread collars for everyday and wide spread collars for a formal look.
Best Collars: Medium Spread, Wide Spread, and Varsity Spread
Avoid narrow spread collars, including button down, hidden button down and tab collars; they make your face appear long and narrow.
Worst Collars: Button Down, Narrow Point, Hidden Button Down, and Tab Collar
Oval Face
You are fortunate because you can wear any collar style. Enjoy wearing traditional collars for an everyday look, button down collar shirts for a sportier casual look, tab collars for a neat, dapper appearance, or wide spread collars for a formal look.
Best Collars: Standard Point, Button Down, Narrow Point, Hidden Button Down, Tab Collar, Medium Spread, Wide Spread, and Varsity Spread
Ask for Advice and Help
To determine your face shape, ask a family member or friend. You may also seek the opinion of a men's clothing store specialist or ask an image consultant.
Don't be afraid to try something new! Learning about and choosing collar styles that look great on you will enhance your appearance and get you tons of compliments—it could even help you get ahead in your career.
Where to Find a Good Selection of Shirt Collar Styles
Department stores usually carry only the basic styles. You will be better off shopping at a men's specialty store or finding a custom tailor who specializes in dress shirts. If you still can't find the right collar style for you, check on line. It may be only a click away!
A Custom Made Shirt May be Your Best Option
You will be amazed how affordable custom made shirts can be. Custom made shirts allow you a better selection of styles and fabrics. They will fit your budget as well as your body!
Copyright (c) 2008 Janine Giorgenti
Janine Giorgenti is a renowned fourth generation Italian designer, image consultant and custom clothier. Visit her website at http://www.bestcustomshirt.com for more style advice and fashion tips.
Article source: https://articlebiz.comRate article
Article comments
There are no posted comments.
Related articles
- The Enchantment of Manga
- Lick by lick by Michael Webb review
- Can PTSD cause Low Testosterone Levels?
- Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of Low Testosterone in Men
- Bone Loss and Joint Pain in Men: Your Defense Arsenal of Critical Nutrients
- Nutrients for Preventing Hair Loss and Promoting Regrowth in Men
- Hair Loss No More: Expert Tips and Tricks for Men's Natural Hair Restoration
- Nature's Solutions: Enhancing Male Performance with 14 Herbs and Compounds
- Quick, Strong, and Rigid Erections: The All-natural topical male enhancement Option
- Rise to the Occasion: How to Maintain an Intense Natural Libido as a Man
- No Chemicals, No Lasers, No Surgery: The Natural Path to Banishing Hair Loss
- Erection on Demand:Naturally Ignite Instant Erections for Super Performance
- Take Control of Your Bladder: Men, Say Goodbye to Leaks!
- For Men 30 and Beyond:Boost Testosterone Levels and Regain Your Vitality
- Aging Gracefully:How Nitric Oxide Boosters Enhance Men's Well-being
- Aging and Semen Volume:What Every Man Should Know
- Men, Revive Your Love Life: Discover the Power of Lifestyle Changes and Natural Therapies
- Big Volume, Big Thrills:Boost Semen Production for Intense Orgasms and Virility
- The Ageless Man:Boost Your Testosterone Naturally and Feel Like 20 Again
- How You can boost your sex life dramatically and kill bedroom anxiety forever
- Male Fertility:How to Naturally Increase Semen Volume And Orgasm Intensity
- Revive Your Intimacy: Discover 4 Natural Solutions for Men's Sexual Issues
- Healthy Aging in Men : How to Look and Feel Younger as You Grow Older
- From Sperm Quality to Fatherhood: 11 Steps to Enhance Male Fertility
- Semen Volume and Aging: Optimizing the Changes in a Man's Sexual Health
- Human Sex Pheromones and Attractiveness in Intimate Relationships
- 8 Common Sexual Problems in Men Over 30: Causes and Natural Solutions
- False Allegations-Secrets and Lies
- An app that will teach men to understand and manage their emotions
- Pheromones FAQs