How do I calculate my custom measurements ?

Our proprietary FitSmart algorithm will calculate your unique measurements – all you need to do is answer a few simple questions. There is no need for you to measure yourself or have anybody else measure you.

Are the measurements garment or body measurements? What is the difference?

The measurements we calculate and save are your Final Garment Measurements, based on which your order will be produced. You are not required to measure your body size / measurements or provide us with any measurements at all.

Will my garment shrink?

Owing to the fine nature of our fabrics, a 2% shrinkage can be expected after repeated washing, which is in line with acceptable tolerances. Make sure to check out and follow our wash care instructions to get the best out of your garments.

How long does it take to make and ship?

Regardless of where you have ordered from, an indicative time period for your garment to reach you is 10-14 days from the time your order is confirmed. If you are a first time customer and require a trial shirt, we will try and facilitate the entire order, including the trial, within a period of two weeks.

Why do I see prices in a different currency to where I am located ?

There could be two reasons for it. First, you may be using a proxy server, in which case we are helpless to change that. We can only suggest you access our website from a local internet connection. In other cases, try clearing your browser cache, you should see the price in the intended currency. If this doesn’t work, please contact our Customer Experience team who will be happy to help you place your order.

Anatomy of a Shirt – Collars – Bombay Shirt Company

As per Wikipedia, a collar is the part of a shirt that fastens around or frames the neck. A collar is separated from other necklines such as revers or lapels, by being made form a separate piece of fabric, rather than a folded or cut part of the same piece of fabric.

Now that we have defined a collar and know how it’s made, about time we realise its importance as well. Considering the fact that a collar is the most visible part of a shirt, it has to be one of the most important elements which define your overall look.

A collar not only defines a shirts formality, it also enhances your facial features at the same time. In essence, this means that getting your collar right is the most important step in designing a shirt, obviously after you’ve chosen the fabric.

Wondering how to choose a collar? Here’s a small list of things you should consider before you choose the collar for your shirt.

What occasion are you wearing it for?
Will you be wearing a tie?
Are you wearing a jacket on top of it?
Does the collar complement your facial features and length of the neck?

A few tips to help you choose the collar:

Collars with longer tips are a strict no no if you have a short neck.
Consider wide collar if you have broad shoulders.
Larger knots dictate wider collars.

Finally, let’s take a look at the collar options we offer at the Bombay Shirt Company

The spread collar remains classic men’s style like the pocket square, hat, and custom suit. Works best for a thin face. Collar bone provided to ensure a crisp collar.

Classic straight collar is best paired with a suit and tie. It was made famous by British Royalty. Collar bone provided to ensure a crisp collar.

This cutaway collar can be worn with a tie to work or without a tie for after work drinks. While wearing a tie, we recommend you use a Windsor knot. Collar bone provided to ensure a crisp collar.

The traditional Bandhgala for all the old school folks out there.

Also known as the Skinny Collar, is a fairly recent phenomenon. Ideally worn without a tie, but if you must, choose a skinny one.

Why be square? Our most unconventional collar is this skinny rounded collar.

If there was ever a middle ground between the preppy and the hipster, it’s this button down skinny collar.

Better known as the Banded Collar, was made famous by such luminaries as Pandit Nehru & Dr. Evil. We, however, have a contemporary take on it.

The double collar is all the rage today. One collar is just not enough.

Better known as the Button Down Collar, is ideally paired with a sports jacket and loafers, but goes well with less dressy suits.

A metallic snap button on the inside keeps your button down a secret.

Made famous by NBA coach Pat Riley, the Club Collar goes well with bespoke shirts and dressy suits.

Save it for your wedding day. Exclusively worn with a bow tie and tux.

Now that you understand collars and have seen the options, how about trying your hand at designing your own shirt?

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