Golden Fleece® Tuxedo Shirt With Detachable Collar
Golden Fleece® Tuxedo Shirt With Detachable Collar
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498E
$ 225.00
Golden Fleece® Tuxedo Shirt With Detachable Collar
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Classic shirt...why did I wait so long
My old formal shirts were finally starting to show their age. I was debating whether to get a detachable collar but the "practicality" of being able to switch collars got the best of me. I found a place that offered a detachable spread collar to be used for the less formal black tie events.
The quality of the shirt went above and beyond my expectations. Due to the lovely stiff placket, the side chest vent, although not traditional, was a god sent for the first couple of uses in order to secure the studs.
Button tab at bottom made all the difference. No more resetting of the shirt every time you stand up. I love it so much, I'm actually considering adding a similar tab to some of my other dress shirts.
As far as the fit being "too loose", the lighter, looser fabric kept me nice and cool throughout a warm Florida evening.
The detachable collar, although much stiffer than a non detachable one, was actually much more comfortable than a standard shirt's collar. It was floating off of the neck instead of laying against it. The stiffness also allows for a much tighter knot as there is no risk of tightening the collar any further.
I highly recommend it and will enjoy it for years to come.
March 5, 2012
Full fig
Truly excellent shirt. A gentleman's " must have" item.
February 22, 2012
I think I like this shirt, it fits very well, but I have 2 comments. 1) I believe traditional pique bib front shirts require only 2 studs, this shirt requires 3 studs 2) the shirt has a discrete "vent" in the left upper chest to allow you to slip your left hand inside the shirt so you can affix your studs. This is meant to be a convenience, but the vent is a bit new fangled, and would not be seen in authentic traditional bib front shirts.
February 8, 2012
Classic!
This formal shirt is a classic of elegance and beauty. It will always be at the top of style, and gets nothing but the best comments. The quality is supreme, and represents the care of craftsmanship that is nearly extinct.
March 9, 2011
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Collapse All2 years, 4 months ago
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Cheviot
Lansdowne, PA
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It does, the band accomidates the vest back as well.2 months, 4 weeks ago
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mpgrush
Houston, TX, USA
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Yes indeed2 years, 2 months ago
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Dmenace
Cleveland OH
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Yes, it does.2 years, 3 months ago
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Cheviot
Lansdowne, PA
1 year, 11 months ago
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JohnDB
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To clarify what others have said, the shirt uses two studs to fasten the collar (which are included), and three visible jewlery studs.2 months, 4 weeks ago
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mpgrush
Houston, TX, USA
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The shirt needs 3 studs. I believe truly traditional bib front shirts required only 2.1 year, 3 months ago
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Bertel
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The four studs that are stated above include the collar stud, which comes with the shirt. Only 3 studs are visible on the bib. (technically, if one is including the front collar stud, he should also include the rear collar stud).1 year, 3 months ago
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SeersuckerNSazeracs
New Orleans, LA
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Four. Anything less and you will need a waistcoat.1 year, 10 months ago
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Blake
Washington, DC
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Four Studs1 year, 11 months ago
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BBAnswers
For example, I normally take a 16.5 collar. Should I order the shirt in a 16 and the collar in a 16.5? Thank you.
2 years, 5 months ago
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Anonymous
Durham, NC
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No... if anything the shirt's neck runs a touch small once it's been laundered. The detachable collar is spot-on size-wise.1 year, 1 month ago
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musicmax
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When you order the shirt, order your proper shirt size. The appropriate collar comes with the shirt.2 years, 2 months ago
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Dmenace
Cleveland OH
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For comfort and apperance order the shirt your normal size (16.5) and the collar a 17. I believe you will be pleased.2 years, 5 months ago
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Whitetie
Indianapolis
2 years, 2 months ago
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benc
Alexandria, VA
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The cut is moderate, not too baggy, not too slim1 year, 3 months ago
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Bertel
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Slim fit2 years, 2 months ago
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AlabamaInCalifornia
San Francisco, CA
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Regular, but not overly loose. A very nice fit.2 years, 2 months ago
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Dmenace
Cleveland OH
1 year, 8 months ago
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Anonymous
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You could always create a small extension from a piece of fabric with one slotted end and a button on the other ... or use one of those shirt collar extenders.1 year, 2 months ago
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aldesso
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Your trousers should be higher. A shirt like this requires high waisted pants. However, I will point out that the button holes in the tab are too small for my trousers, so I can't use the tab.1 year, 3 months ago
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Bertel
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Dinner suit trousers are meant to be worn on the natural waist, which is at the navel (or narrowest part of the waist). Be sure that you order trousers with a proper rise to facilitate this fit and provide comfort.1 year, 7 months ago
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rayk
Would this be considered appropriate to wear for "Black Tie" or would this be reserved for formal "White Tie" occasions? It's hard to tell the way BB models tend to mix the two online.
4 months, 2 weeks ago
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Bohica111
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Hello, thank you for your inquiry. Our Golden Fleece Tuxedo Shirt with Detachable Collar is ideal for formal black-tie occasions as well as white collar events. If you are concerned it may be too formal, you may certainly consider a plain white dress shirt, perhaps with a forward point or Ainsley collar and a black satin tie.We do hope this is helpful and wish you the best of luck with your selection.
Kind regards,
Brooks Brothers
4 months, 1 week ago
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