subject: Collar Stiffeners For Sharp Dressing [print this page] In todays corporate world, youre tested every step of the way. Educational qualifications no longer suffice for those who want to climb the corporate ladder. The way you walk, talk and dress also holds equal importance. This is why shabby dressing is out of the question.
The clothing almost every man and woman wears to office is the shirt, and mostly only the collar is visible, especially if it is worn under a vest or blazer. This is why it is imperative to keep the collar looking impeccable, because if that is not right, it could make the rest of your wardrobe look bad too. This is no Herculean task, thanks to the many varieties of collar stiffeners available today.
There are three different types of shirt collars to choose from turnover, flat and standing. Collar bones are needed with the most common type, the turnover collars. Every man who is careful about the way he dresses, usually possesses these accessories, since soft collar shirts tend to spoil the whole look.
Collar bones are inserted under the shirt collars into pockets already designed for them. Their rigidness ensures that the collar remains flat and crisp. Just make sure they are removed before theyre sent for ironing or to the drycleaners. Some high end shirts come with these stiffeners sewn into them, and dont require separate stays.
Collar stiffeners are of two types metal and plastic. Metal collar stiffeners are smooth metal strips that cant be folded. They could either be brass, sterling silver or steel. Plastic collar stiffeners are also similar stays, except theyre made of hard plastic that is lighter. These are generally cheaper than their metal counterparts and dont last as long as them.
Collar stays are also an ideal gift for your father, brother, husband or boyfriend. Available in a variety of designs, these stiffeners can even be customized to individual needs. Usually metal collar stiffeners are used for gifting as they look stylish and are durable, and add class to any shirt. Collars are something that defines a person. So you can well imagine how important it is to look right, to be part of the industry you want to.
