types of collars

In this article we show you the most important possibilities for collar constructions for dresses and blouses, as well as pattern instructions for different collar shapes.

The coat dress is a dress that resembles a coat. It usually has a collar or even a lapel and can be opened by a front closure. It differs from the related shirt blouse dress by the choice of fabric. A coat dress is usually sewn from heavier fabrics …

The Peter Pan Collar is totally trendy right now and definitely an eye-catcher. This round collar shape came up in the 1920s and experienced a renaissance in the 1960s.

A slim line gives the classic men's suit a modern silhouette. The body-hugging cut can be worn in the office, as a formal wear or in casual-chic.

The relations of chest, waist and hip are decisive for how the basic pattern block is set up. As the size increases, the difference between the chest and hips and the waist decreases. The waist circumference therefore grows more than the chest and …

Shirts for conductors require above all good freedom of movement in the arm. That is why the sleeve is set up with a significantly reduced sleeve cap height. In this article you will get an insight into our e-dossier "Pattern Making for Men: Dress …

Shirts for conductors need above all good freedom of movement in the arm area. Therefore, the sleeve pattern is drafted with a significantly reduced sleeve cap and thus receives a lot of movement length under the arm. This is supported by a narrower …

The shirt dress is an absolute classic. The fashion all-rounder is derived from the so-called shirt blouse for ladies (blouse with collar and button facing in the style of men's fashion). The shirt dress was launched by Chanel in 1916 and developed …

The trouser suit is an essential everyday companion for every woman. Unlike its male counterpart, trouser suits for women can be worn to any occasion, without feeling overdressed. As the line between business and casual wear is getting blurrier, …