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(b) Stand collar

This is the type of collar that stands
around the neckline and rolls over to
the shoulder. It is also referred to as a
straight or turnover collar. Examples of
stand collars are mandarin collar and shirt
collar. They vary in shape and size. For Figure 6.7: Variations of mandarin
instance, mandarin collar has no fall or collars
roll; it stands straight right away from the Straight collars or shirt collar: This type
neck edge. The following are examples of collar stands up and cling to the neckline.
of collars that can be adapted from stand It has a separate stand that is attached to
collars: the neckline of the collar. Straight collars
fit the neck snugly; usually the neck
edge is cut straight or slightly curved. It
Mandarin collars: They are also known may be fastened at the throat or opened
as Chinese style. These are inspiring and placed on the shoulder. Examples of
kind of collars and are famous for their straight collars are the basic shirt collars
standing charm characteristics. They that are used in shirts, blouses and dresses.
have a band that stands straight up with a
closure or left opening. It should be well
made as it draws attention because it is
closest to the face. It has a squared or a
curved shape in the front part of the collar
giving the garment a close and structured
fitting. Refer figure 6.7.

Figure 6.8: Straight or shirt collar

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