Best Collar For Neck Height

[cufflinkmaniac]

My neck is just about 3" long (give or take a few centimeters),and I'm debating as to which collar would be best.

Collar 1: 1 1/2"

Collar 2: 2 14"

I'm leaning towards the 2 1/4" model,as I think it would look better,and I can deal with the discomfort,but I'd like opinions before I commit to anything.

 

[Paisley]

I'm definitely not an expert on men's clothes, but to me, a short neck looks better with a short collar.

If you wear #2, will you be able to look down or nod your head?

 

[cufflinkmaniac]

I'm definitely not an expert on men's clothes, but to me, a short neck looks better with a short collar.

If you wear #2, will you be able to look down or nod your head?

Doubtfully.

 

[Bugsy]

Doubtfully.

I'd go for the shorter collar.

 

[Alon]

If you can pull off the taller collar comfortably, go for it. It will really stand out and looks much more elegant.

Can I ask where you buy these (and the collar-less shirt)?

 

[ArrowCollarMan]

I actually own the number 1 but am opting for a number 2. The number 1 won't inhibit any movement but doesn't look nearly as old-school as the number 2. If you want something more practical, however, I'd go for 1.

 

[Tomasso]

If you can pull off the taller collar comfortably, go for it. It will really stand out and looks much more elegant.

Ditto.

 

[cufflinkmaniac]

If you can pull off the taller collar comfortably, go for it. It will really stand out and looks much more elegant.

Can I ask where you buy these (and the collar-less shirt)?

http://www.vintageshirt.co.uk/

You can also find collars at Luke Eyres and Ede & Ravenscroft.

 

[cufflinkmaniac]

Since collars are inexpensive,I may get both when the time comes and wear whichever one doesn't strangle me.

 

[DerMann]

I actually own the number 1 but am opting for a number 2. The number 1 won't inhibit any movement but doesn't look nearly as old-school as the number 2. If you want something more practical, however, I'd go for 1.

I agree with this.

As I said in another thread, I own the second collar. My neck is about average hight and I was still able to wear it quite well (maybe not comfortably).

It looks infinitely better than the shorter one.

 

[Orgetorix]

Me in the second collar:

My neck is of about average length, and I was comfortable in it. It definitely makes turning one's head more difficult, but I wasn't trying to do calisthenics in my white-tie rig.

 

[cufflinkmaniac]

Me in the second collar:

My neck is of about average length, and I was comfortable in it. It definitely makes turning one's head more difficult, but I wasn't trying to do calisthenics in my white-tie rig.

:eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap !!Where do you get to wear white tie?I'm hard pressed to find a reason to where even a suit.

 

[Feraud]

Edit- Scratch that comment!

 

[cufflinkmaniac]

The http://www.vintageshirt.co.uk/ carries them.

I already know about the site (see above).I wondered where one would wear white tie.

 

[Feraud]

Oops. Misread it.

 

[cufflinkmaniac]

Oops. Misread it.

No problem.

 

[Orgetorix]

Where do you get to wear white tie?I'm hard pressed to find a reason to where even a suit.

Only once, so far. I was in a good friend's wedding back in July, and we all wore white tie. I fear I may never have another opportunity, though I hope that isn't true. I also own full morning dress, which I haven't had a chance to wear since my wedding nearly two years ago.

 

[Tomasso]

Orgetorix, you are as prepared as any gent around.

 

[Undertow]

Number two really looks great! If I had the money, and the occasion, I'd stick with that #2 and something real sharp (as I'm sure you will with a collar like that). :eusa_clap

 

[3PieceSuitGuy]

Only once, so far. I was in a good friend's wedding back in July, and we all wore white tie. I fear I may never have another opportunity, though I hope that isn't true. I also own full morning dress, which I haven't had a chance to wear since my wedding nearly two years ago.

Orgetorix, I too have full morning dress and White tie, both vintage, and wore my white tie ensemble for my wedding. Like you (and many others here) I may have to create my own excuse to don them again. I might make my upcoming significant birthday white tie! If I do you are more than welcome to come down under with yours!

Cheers

Peter