Collar Styles & When to Wear Them

The collar defines your shirt’s personality. Here are the most popular Deo Veritas options:

• Classic Point

  • Narrow spread, timeless look.

  • Perfect with conservative ties, business standard.

• Spread Collar

  • Wide opening, accommodates larger tie knots.

  • Sharp, modern, business or formal.

• Button-Down

  • Collar points fasten with buttons.

  • Casual, versatile, American-prep heritage.

• Cutaway

  • Very wide spread; bold and European.

  • Best with slim ties or worn open.

• Tab Collar

  • Rare, high-fashion option.

  • Holds the tie knot forward and high on the chest.

Pro Tip: If you’re new, start with a Spread Collar for formality and a Button-Down for casual wear.

➡ Related: Keeping Collars Sharp