Wing collar shirt
A shirt with a wing collar is worn only on special occasions, such as ceremonies. This is the most elegant style of shirt and ensures your flawless appearance. The wing collar shirt with double cuffs combines well with either a bow tie or a plastron.
Wing collar shirt: elegance above all
Explore our range of shirt collars and find the ideal cut in our Elegance Atelier. Our collection offers a wide choice: from the classic, timeless shirt collar to the most modern and original variations.
Origins of the wing collar shirt
This shirt had its moment of glory at the beginning of the 20th century, during the golden age of formal menswear. We all have that image in mind: this collar worn by high-society men in the 1920s, usually accompanied by a glass of brandy and a cigar. However, this collar gradually lost its popularity with the arrival of more comfortable turn-down collars. That said, this shift in our dress habits did not consign the wing collar to oblivion: it remains a classic to pair for more formal occasions.
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What is a wing collar shirt?
The wing collar shirt is a shirt with a rather short, straight collar with points folded horizontally. These triangular points form a very pronounced and stiff lapel on the collar, which is why it is called a "wing collar". It is very formal and is taken out of the wardrobe very rarely (or more often, for the more daring!). There is no need to own a whole collection of them; however, it is essential to acquire one in a very high-quality double-twisted fabric in order to be at the peak of masculine elegance for a solemn event.
A few style tips
Reserved only for special occasions, the wing collar can be worn in several ways. Let us look at a few outfit ideas together:
- You are invited to a ceremony — we suggest a black tuxedo, beneath which you will wear a wing collar shirt; this will add an elegant touch to your look.
- Let's change the mood. Yes, it is the big day — you are getting married! Opt for a wing collar shirt that you will accessorise with a silk lavallière. Choose a solid colour to match your suit and do not forget to wear your finest leather shoes.
- The ideal outfit for a business meeting? A slim cigarette suit trouser into which you tuck a white poplin Mao collar shirt, over which you slip on your suit jacket.
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Other categories: reverse collar shirt, French collar shirt, Italian collar shirt, round collar shirt, pointed collar shirt, Mao collar shirt, straight collar shirt, English collar shirt, American collar shirt, wing collar shirt, pin collar shirt, Neapolitan collar shirt, officer collar shirt.
A question about our collections?
Le col cassé se reconnaît à ses petites pointes rabattues vers l'avant. Apparu au XIXe siècle avec les cols amovibles, il est aujourd'hui associé aux tenues de cérémonie et aux codes les plus strictes du vestiaire masculin.
La chemise à col cassé se porte traditionnellement avec un smoking ou une tenue de soirée. Chez The Nines, nous recommandons de l'associer également à un noeud papillon, afin de poursuivre dans l’univers haut de gamme.
Le col cassé est historiquement lié au smoking et à la tenue de gala. Même s'il peut être porté dans d'autres contextes très habillés, il reste avant tout associé aux codes du black tie.
Oui ! Il s’agit même de l'association la plus traditionnelle. En effet, les pointes rabattues du col ont été pensées pour encadrer le nœud papillon et le mettre en valeur lors des grandes occasions.
Le col cassé se porte lors des événements les plus mémorables : mariages, galas, cérémonies ou soirées en smoking. Son histoire et son esthétique en font un col réservé aux moments d'exception.