turndownkrage

Turndownkrage, known in English as a turn-down collar, is a shirt collar that lies flat around the neck and features two points that fold downward. It is one of the most common collar styles for men's dress shirts and is used across formal, business, and casual shirts depending on fabric and styling. In Danish, the term turndownkrage is used to refer to this design.

Design: The collar is attached to the shirt with a neckband or stand that forms the fold. The points can vary in length and angle; common variants include the point collar with longer, narrower points and the spread collar with a wider distance between points. Some turndown collars are designed to be worn with a necktie, while others are worn without.

Variants and related styles: A subset of turndown collars is the button-down collar, where small buttons fasten the collar points to the shirt to keep the collar from curling. The turn-down collar as a category covers both plain and button-down versions.

History and usage: Turn-down collars became widespread in the 19th century with the rise of mass-made dress shirts and detachable collars. They remain standard for many business and formal shirts, while fashion trends have introduced variations in width and point length that affect formality and style.

Materials and care: Turndown collars are typically made from cotton fabrics such as poplin, broadcloth, or oxford. Care involves washing according to the garment label, ironing while damp, and using collar stays or starch to maintain stiffness for formal wear. It remains a versatile and enduring element of shirt design.