Removable Stays — Plastic stays that are inserted into the stay pocket at the time the collar is constructed. The stay pocket is then stitched closed. Permanent stays cannot be ordered for a buttondown.

No Stays — A collar may be ordered with no stays. No stay pocket will be constructed. Should you desire a stay at a later date, it will be necessary to make new collars.

Buttondown Collars — Any collar style can be made as a buttondown. A traditional buttondown spread would be the three (3) spread also known as our semi-spread. Buttondowns are usually made with no stays. They can also be made with removable stays.

Hidden Buttondown Collars — This style is a loop configuration. It is only manufactured with NO STAYS.

Snapdown Collar — This style is made with a lighter weight lining for a more casual look.

Eyelet Collar — Hand-sewn eyelets are available. We recommend the use of the one (1) or no-spread, the two (2) or close-spread, or the three (3) semi-spread collar. Eyelet collars are usually made with no stays.

Snap Tabs or Button Tabs or Loop Tabs — Snap tabs are available with factory installed snaps. Button tabs and Loop tabs are also available. We recommend the use of the one (1) or no-spread, the two (2) or close-spread, or the three (3) or semi-spread collar. Any of these three spreads will give a neat appearance for a tab collar.

Tire Space — The distance between the opening of the collar on the front band. The standard tie space is ¼’’. However, you may order zero tie space, ¼’’, ½’’, ¾’’, or 1’’ tie space. Please specify your preference in your order.

Vanishing Band — This is recommended for the customer with no neck or several chins. The collar has a regular neck band in the back which tapers down or “vanishes” in the front. Without a front collar band, the neck button and buttonhole are sewn on the shirt front. Or, you may specify a loop and button at the neck. An alteration to change from a vanishing band collar to a regular collar requires a new collar and front because the neck buttonhole is sewn on the front panel. Please be certain this style is what your customer wants or needs before you order.

For more information on Alan David custom shirts and collar options, please contact Alan or Arnold at 212.227.4040.