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You can't just throw on a white collared shirt and expect it to look good. Find out how to properly wear a white collared shirt with help from a wardrobe stylist, fashion consultant, fashion correspondent and personal shopper in this free video clip.
There are many different types of ladies shirt collars available for you to choose from based on your needs. Learn about types of ladies shirt collars with help from the trendsetting, budget blogger behind TrendHungry.com in this free video clip.
Wearing a collar shirt always requires you to keep a few very important things in mind. Wear a collar shirt with help from a Los Angeles-based wardrobe stylist and fashion blogger in this free video clip.
Measuring the collar size on a man's shirt is something that you need to do in a very particular way to make sure that shirt actually fits. Measure the collar size on a man's shirt with help from a professional image consultant in this free video clip.
Rings around the collar are the result of perspiration stains and body oils. The orange or yellow stains are most obvious on white and light colored shirts. For best results, treat the collar shirt stains with items in your laundry room before you wash the clothing. The stains need to be removed once you notice them because they may be nearly impossible to remove once the dryer heat causes the stain to set
Some kinds of shirts look best with stiff, crisp collars. The most common stiff collars include mandarin, button-down collars or round collars. One of the benefits of having a stiff collar is that you don't need to rely on starch each time you iron the shirt. When you are sewing a shirt, it's relatively easy to create a permanently stiff collar by choosing the right interfacing for the collar.
Making your very own T-shirt might be a simpler process than you realize. This is partly because the material that most T-shirts are made of is easy to work with. However, there is some specialized knowledge that you need to have to finish the T-shirt. For example, you must sew on the collar, which goes around the neck of the T-shirt to finish off the fabric and helps to reinforce it.
Collars should sit comfortably on the body, with no creases, latent cloth or stretches. Collars may become ruffled over time and need a slight refashioning. One option is to shrink the collar using household washing materials. Decreasing the collar of a shirt will reshape the collar fibers and reestablish a close knit in the fabric. This technique works best with cotton and cotton blend materials.
Some women might find a V-neck T-shirt more flattering than a crew neck tee. V-neck tees help a neck appear longer, which creates a more traditional feminine look. Changing a crew neck tee into a V-neck can also give more style to a graphic tee. Often tees are passed out at events such as races or volunteer opportunities. Adding a mini or even a deep V to your tee can set you apart and show more individual style. There are two ways to convert your tee, by cutting it and by sewing it.
Although most weddings are held during spring and summer months, fall and winter weddings are becoming increasingly common. Conservative, formal attire is appropriate for a church wedding, while a restaurant reception may call for semi-formal clothing. Whether you are in the market to buy a new outfit or want to spruce up a favorite dress with accessories, consider fall and winter weather, colors and fabrics to find your perfect wedding ensemble.
Loop collar shirts are now considered a vintage pattern. It was all the rage during the 1950s and 1960s. Connoisseurs of classic dress shirts either look for them or own them already. Nowadays, loop collar shirts are seldom displayed in leading fashion establishments. They are mostly sold through online shopping sites such as Ebay and Amazon. These types of shirts are considered unique such that the collar has a loop that fastens the upper half of the lapel into place.
A handmade leather poncho can be quite a fashion statement, as well as protect you from the elements. Leather hides to make your poncho from are available in many different colors. You can further accentuate your individuality by adding bead work or pony beads. Most agree that a handmade leather poncho would make a memorable gift.
Once upon a time, all blouses, and often even men's shirts, were expected to have lace collars. The lace was starched before the collar was attached to create a high-necked, formal appearance. However, this painstaking process took place during a period when all clothing was handmade. While stiff lace collars are not quite the fashion today, you may require one for a costume or vintage dressing. The collars themselves may be available at sewing or specialty stores, but the starching will be up to you. Stiffen your lace collar the way your ancestors might, using a common kitchen pantry item.
Ezio is the protagonist in three of the "Assassin's Creed" video games. The Italian-born Ezio stars in "Assassin's Creed II," "Assassin's Creed Brotherhood" and "Assassin's Creed Revelations." To make an Ezio costume, you will need to practice a lot of patience because the character's costume is heavily influenced by the Italian Renaissance. Since Renaissance Fairs are very prominent, many of the materials needed are widely available today.
To make polyester stiffen and stand out, starch is required. Starch is extracted from food sources such as corn, rice and wheat. According to Nathan Schiff, PH.D., from FabriCare, the best starch is derived from rice. Read ingredients and purchase starches derived from rice when possible for best stiffening results, although they may be more expensive and difficult to find. Stiffening some polyester blends can be challenging, as they are not particularly stiff on their own. Adding liquid laundry starch to the final rinse of the wash cycle can also help impart stiffness to polyester.
For some men, the art of ironing a dress shirt may seem like a daunting task to master. However, pressing a shirt is not the difficult chore it may seem at first glance. Besides which, ironing is a skill that every adult should possess. A properly ironed shirt is the best way to give your outfit a sharp, professional appearance. A few easy-to-remember steps are all it takes to have your dress shirts looking their best. Be sure to pay special attention to the shirt's collar, as a stiff collar is just as impressive as a wrinkle-free shirt.
A T-shirt is a casual article of clothing that wouldn't normally be classified as having a collar around its neck. The ribbing band around the neckline of a standard T-shirt, however, can be classified as a band collar. The T-shirt collar can sometimes be too large and uncomfortable to wear. Maybe the ribbing is starting to ravel and showing the age of the T-shirt while the rest of shirt is still in great condition. In these cases making the T-shirt collar smaller may be necessary.
Whether on a dog or a human, sometimes collars just get in the way. By lowering your collar, you may be able to relieve your neck of the strangling feeling of a tight collar. The way people wear their collars changes with fashion. In certain decades, people wear them up. During other times, fashion says to wear them down. It is easy to make a collar lower without a sewing machine. All you need is a steam iron.
A distinctive feature of a button-up dress shirt is often a collar, which allows the wearer to wear it up or flip it down. When a collar is worn up, the look is considered a more casual presentation of a dress shirt. The flipped down collar is usually part of a professional look and is often worn with a tie. The flipped down collar can be enhanced with a stiff reinforcement to keep the collar looking pressed and in place when down.
Conveying a sense of femininity comes down to more than the outfit you choose. Women hold their bodies in different ways than men. These subtle differences in body language can make it difficult to truly appear feminine, even with a dress and full make-up on. Paying close attention to the way you carry yourself will help you adopt a more feminine gait. With a little practice, walking in a feminine manner will become second nature.
Certain material seems to be more susceptible to wrinkles than others. And while some materials are hassle-free and wrinkles are easily removed, other types, such as collared polo shirts, can be a bit more tricky. This is especially true of getting creases out of the collars of polo shirts. Even though creases can be ironed out, they don't always disappear and tend to make their appearance at the back of the collar.
Sewing would be true bliss if all we had to do was stitch straight seams. Alas, sometimes high style comes at a cost. If you are facing the prospect of sewing a lapel collar, you will have to stitch on a curve. But taking your time and following the line guides on your sewing machine and some sensible tips is better than being thrown for a curve -- and ending up with a lopsided collar.
Some stains on clothing are especially difficult to clean. Among them are stains on shirt collars -- often called "ring around the collar." Dirt, perspiration and oil from the hair and skin combine to leave unsightly stains that are difficult to remove. The problem is more pronounced on white collars, where stains are not hidden by the color of the fabric. Luckily, there is a way to get stains out of white collars using items you probably have on hand.
When you buy a nice collared shirt, they often come with plastic or cardboard collar stays. These are small pointed inserts that fit into a pocket in the corner of the collars, ensuring that the collar is always straight. Unfortunately, these collar stays often get lost or put through the washing machine, never to be found again. If you're one short of a matching set, you can make your own collar stay with a few basic materials.
You look in the mirror and see a collar that's bent out of shape and flat. The rest of your collared shirts share this problem. Stiffen those collars by ironing them or, if your shirt is equipped with the proper channels, by purchasing collar stays. These are small pieces of plastic or metal specially designed to keep collars stiff. Either method will ensure your shirt collar stays stiff and professional looking throughout your workday.
The Renaissance era lasted for about 150 years and included fashion from many different countries. Renaissance festivals are highly attended events for adults and children, many of whom dress up in medieval costumes to get the full experience of the Renaissance period. Medieval Renaissance costumes include elaborate clothing, leather footwear and protective armor.
Renaissance fairs and celebrations are popular events where actors and guests don the traditional attire of medieval and Renaissance periods and engage in activities such as jousting and bartering. The type of costume a woman wears will depend on what social class and situation she intends to represent.
To properly wear a shirt collar, you first need to know what type of collar it is. Wear your shirt collar the right way with guidance from a men's clothing store owner and fashion expert in this free video on men's fashion.
The key to making a collared shirt more feminine is balance - by adding other feminine touches to your outfit, the overall effect becomes prettier and more womanly. To avoid adding masculinity to your look, stay away from shapeless tops. Shape is important - a fitted shirt is more feminine than one that simply hangs on the body.
A collar refers to the area around the neckline on a shirt or sweater, and several kinds of collars exist in women's clothing. Different collars make shirts or sweaters appear to be casual, dressy or sport-like. Some collar types are more common on women's clothing and some types are found on clothing for both men and women. It can be helpful to be knowledgeable about different collar types.
Vacationing in Italy is a dream come true for many but packing can be difficult if you've never been there before. Consider what area you're staying in before you begin packing and remember to edit the day before you leave. Europeans often wear the same items again and again, so get mileage out of basic pieces.
Making a dress shirt with a yoke and collar or even a button-front casual shirt that is meant to be worn with an open collar is a breeze. The trick is to master assembling and attaching your yoke and collar.
Men's fashion is occasionally criticized for offering few choices for men wanting to stand out. Although the choices for a formal affair seem limited at first (suit or tuxedo), picking the right ensemble can be difficult when all of the details are considered. Shirt collar style is one of these details sometimes overlooked. However, according to MensFlair.com, shirt collar style affects the whole feel of an outfit.
Sewing collars and attaching them to shirts can be a daunting task. In reality, sewing the professional-looking collar is straightforward. Whether you are sewing a collar that is large or small, wide or narrow, round or pointed, the process is the same. There is no secret to sewing a perfect collar for your garment. The key is to take the proper steps before taking it to the sewing machine.
Prep, which is short for preparatory, is a style that's usually associated with upper middle class and private universities. The clothing tends towards brands like Polo, with collared shirts and the look aims to be clean cut and classic. The hairstyles worn to complete this style tend to be very simple and direct, often lending themselves well to the elegance of prep dress.
A well-fitted shirt is essential to any man's professional attire. Collar measurment is very important, as a tight collar makes you feel like you're choking and a loose one looks sloppy. You also need your shirt collar to fit properly so your tie will look good. If you are not sure what size a shirt collar is, you can measure it to determine the size and see if it will fit you.
French cuff shirts retain their air of elegance and style and lift one of the basic male garments above the level of mundane. Whenever a man elevates his way of dressing, it's necessary to do it with confidence. The best-dressed men own the looks they create, and carry off their choices effortlessly. A French cuff shirt and choice cuff links with a well-cut suit makes a sharp impression. To fulfill the promise of this sophisticated combination, learn the basics of wearing this style.
Shirt collar stiffeners are small strips of metal or plastic added to the collars of many men’s dress shirts to keep the collars stiff and crisp looking. Stiffeners are especially effective when you wear a dress shirt with a necktie because they keep the points of the collar in place and provide the knot of the tie plenty of space. If left in a shirt during ironing or dry-cleaning, though, shirt collar stiffeners can create creases or marks on the shirt. So, if they can be removed, it’s best to take them out before dry-cleaning cleaning the shirt.
A shirt that is well-pressed in the front and at the collar is often the mark of a well-dressed man. A stiff necked shirt can be difficult to turn down and it is a common problem. Whether it is caused by heavy use of starch in a professionally laundered shirt or by the stiff interfacing materials used in the collar of a new shirt, there are ways to turn your shirt collar down.
Before purchasing a dress, formal or casual men's shirt, make sure you know the man’s collar size. This will ensure that the shirt feels comfortable to wear and fits properly. To learn the man's collar size, you must first carefully measure the man’s neck with a standard tape measure.
Anyone who has ever worn a dress shirt, Polo or golf style shirt knows the frustration that comes with a stubborn curling shirt collar. Usually after washing and drying a collared shirt, the collar curls up at the corners, making for an unattractive and annoying problem. Properly pressing and in some cases pinning the shirt collar are the two most effective ways for dealing with a bothersome curling shirt collar.
The varieties of shirt and collar style are nearly endless, but the basics are time-tested fashion classics. Each collar style is similar to the next, with just enough difference to make one suitable for a particular occasion.
A collared shirt adds another element of style, as well as an additional element of ironing, creasing, folding and care taking. For a clean and sophisticated look, learn how to keep your collar in top shape both during wearing and washing.
A shirt collar is a folded piece of fabric near the neck opening. Collars may appear to be made solely for function and not as one of the more creative aspects of fashion design, but they do come in a variety of styles. A particular collar generally has a specific purpose behind its design. Collars are often designed to accommodate men's neckties, but they also appear on women's shirts.
Renaissance clothing ran the gamut from simple to elegant and could get quite complicated and restrictive to wear. While costumes made with modern materials and methods aren't quite as restricting, some outfits may still make you pay in comfort to pull off the look. The Renaissance lasted from the 14th to the 17th centuries throughout Europe, so there are many fashions on which to base a costume.
Shirt collars are, by far, the most difficult part of the shirt to get clean. While it's not much of a problem with T-shirts, dirty collars on turtlenecks and dress shirts can hound a person for a long time if not properly treated. Thankfully, there is more than one way to get those pesky stains out of shirt collars.
Making sense of all the garments and accessories that constitute formal and black tie attire can be quite frustrating for a man. One of the factors that distinguish different styles of men's dress shirts is the collar style. A wing collar protrudes upwards around the neck and has two points that fold downwards in the front. Depending on the occasion, wing collar shirts can be used to create several different looks when worn in combination with various other garments and accessories.
A nicely tied tie can be a terrific accessory. The Windsor style is a common way to tie a knot in a tie. When this knot is tied correctly it is thick, wide and triangular. The Windsor knot is well suited for spread collar shirts and is a good choice for job interviews and business presentations. With a little bit of practice while standing in front of a mirror you will soon master the art of tying a tie.
If you like your shirt collars clean and stiffened, then you need to learn the technique of ironing a shirt to make the collar stiff. It takes a few extra minutes at the ironing board, but if you are going for that crisp and professional look, it is a must. You might need to practice a few times, but once you get the hang of it, you'll never want to leave the house without a stiff collar again.
Sewing or hemming a shirt collar might seem complicated, but it's actually rather easy. As long as you have an iron and some sewing pins to help you, the hem stitch is very simple and does not require the skills of an expert seamstress or tailor. This technique can be used if you are making a shirt from scratch or simply tailoring it to fit better.
The multitude of different types of collars on shirts can seem limitless, there are only three main types of collars. The standing collar, the most common on men's dress shirts, includes such variations as the spread, tab and button-down collar.
Stock pins serve several purposes as support for an important cause, a fashion accessory, indication of membership to organizations or clubs. Display your pin with pride.
Making a poncho from a blanket is a good way to both recycle a piece of home décor and create a new piece of clothing. It gives the poncho a personal touch and emotional significance. A blanket is also a good piece of material to make a poncho from because it is a large single piece of fabric, so your poncho will not require seaming.
Men wear boutonnieres for formal occasions such as weddings and proms. Usually they are attached to a jacket lapel, which has more heft than a shirt. When you put one on a shirt, make sure you pin only the shirt and not the guy wearing it.
Shirt stays are worn with men's collar shirts in order to keep the collar from flying away. Find out how to slide the shirt stay into the collar with instructions from the owner of a men's fashion store in this free video on men's clothing.
When removing wrinkles from a shirt, you usually use heat. While some use a dryer, others may use a clothing iron. However, removing wrinkles from the collar of a shirt is more difficult using both of those methods because the collar is usually made of a thicker material. Using a flatiron in order to remove wrinkles from a collar is a much better method as it removes wrinkles from both sides of the color at once.
Learn how to steam a men's collared shirt with a handheld steamer with expert advice outlined in this free instructional video clip.
Make sure the top button is buttoned on your collared button-down shirt before you fold it. Learn how to fold button-down shirts with collars in this free clothing care video.
Choosing the right collar for a dress shirt to match your suit can be a tough decision. Learn styles of men's shirt collars from a fashion designer in this free fashion tailoring video.
Learn how to sew the patch on to the shirt collar in this free clothing repair video from our mending and sewing expert.
Learn how to use a patch to repair a shirt collar button in this free clothing repair video from our mending and sewing expert.
Many men have an "Adam's apple," a bulge in their necks that is attributable to the larynx, or voice box. Researchers speculate that men's larynxes are more visible than women's because of their deeper voices and lower tonal pitches. Some men are sensitive about their Adam's apples and may wish to reduce the bulging appearance of the voice box.
Many people prefer to hang a men's collared dress shirt. This is not always possible if there is a lack of closet space or when traveling. In these cases you can easily fold a men's collared dress shirt. Just follow these steps to learn how.
White is a cool and trendy color to wear throughout the year. However, before deciding to wear white clothing, there are certain rules that you should follow. White can be an unforgiving color, especially if it is not put together correctly. For example, when white is worn with certain skin tones or figure types, it may not appear flattering. Use these simple guidelines to create a fresh, relaxed look with fashionable pieces of white clothing.
