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Casual vs. formal collared shirts

post #1 of 3
12/24/11 at 6:54am
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Hi all,

I'm trying to identify the differences between casual and formal collared shirts. Take, for instance, the two below:

525

525

Aside from obvious differences such as pockets, and the manner of wear (buttoned up, tucked in, with a bow tie etc.), what distinguishes the two? Both are 100% cotton, yet what gives the formal shirt its crisp appearance and sheen, and the casual shirt its softer hand and matte appearance?
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post #2 of 3
12/24/11 at 8:46am
look up the difference between broadcloth and oxford cloth.
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post #3 of 3
12/24/11 at 9:17am
cloth is one factor: in general rougher, heavier cloths (oxford, chambray, brushed twill, linen) are more casual, smoother, tighter weave cloths (pinpoint, broadcloth, sea island, etc) are more formal.

construction is another factor: stiffer interlining in collar and cuffs gives more formal appearance.

design details: plackets, pockets, pleats, buttons, stitching (or lack of those things). usually more minimal is more formal.

some designers make hybrids using more experimental cuts or mix casual and formal elements together.
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