We Have a Secret Obsession For When the Cool Weather Comes Back…
And it’s not football, firepits, or pumpkin spiced lattes. (Though those are definitely up there on the list.) It’s the fact that we can finally put together some crisp, layered outfits without breaking a sweat. Gone are the days of shorts and a tee—it’s time to keep warm and look good doing it.
There’s no shortage of brands out there these days claiming to hook you up with the latest styles as we approach sweater weather, but only one is able to hook you up with both style and comfort: the Mark Cuban backed, Shark Tank success story Collars & Co.
We’ve been big on this brand for a while, mainly because of their ingenious idea to put a stiff dress collar on a comfortable polo shirt, but they’ve grown to offer a full line of menswear staples… and now they’ve got your whole wardrobe covered.
Collars & Co. Is Right at the Edge of Comfort and Craft
Collars & Co. has carved a sizable niche for themselves in the menswear industry with the Dress Collar Polo—a super high-quality, moisture-wicking polo with a stiff dress collar on top. It gives you the professionalism of a dress shirt and the comfort of leisure-wear in one stylish, versatile piece.
But Collars & Co. wanted to take that idea to the next level and reinvent the entire suite of menswear products. Since then, they’ve been slowly revolutionizing men’s closets worldwide and have been getting noticed for it by publications like GQ, Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, and Esquire.
Exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail go a long way when you pair them with a seemingly endless flow of good ideas. And, just in time for layering season, we’re here to break down our favorite Collars & Co. products to make sure you’re looking good and feeling even better this fall and beyond.
1. The Dress Collar Polo
The shirt that started it all, thanks to a million dollar handshake. Collars & Co. founder Justin Baer brought this idea to the moguls at Shark Tank and walked out with a deal with Mark Cuban and Peter Jones. Since then, he’s grown his little start-up into a $25 million dollar business.
With a stretchy fabric and a stiff dress collar (with a dress shirt placket, too) the Dress Collar Polo is like a golf polo you could lead a work meeting in. It looks just like a dress shirt when layered underneath a sweater or a blazer, but you could also just rock it on its own.
Ranging from $69 to $79, the Dress Collar Polo comes in 4 different collar styles and a wide selection of colors and patterns. The fact that it’s super affordable might be one of the reasons guys usually have upwards of 5 to 6 of these staple shirts.
2. The Luxury Touch Crew Neck
These luxury touch, cotton and cashmere crew necks are another must-have for any man’s wardrobe. Uniquely crafted from a cotton and cashmere blend, this sweater is luxurious and soft while staying strong and durable.
The Luxury Touch Crew Neck comes in at $84 and is available in four colors: Navy, Black, Grey, and Blue Melange. It would look great over a Dress Collar Polo and a crisp pair of chinos.
3. The Luxury Touch Quarter Zip
No self-respecting man is complete without a go-to quarter zip, especially during football season. Collars & Co. has you covered with another iteration of their staple cotton and cashmere blend… so it’s as durable as it is comfortable and stylish.
That means you don’t have to worry about ruining it on your daily commute or playing in the family Thanksgiving football game. You can stay clean and luxe without having to stress over it. More style, less worries. The Luxury Touch Quarter Zip comes in at $89 and is available in Grey, Navy, and Black all with white trim, or Cream with leather trim.
4. CEO Chino Cotton Stretch Pants
What outfit is complete without a pair of well-tailored pants? These chinos are made from fine cotton with a 4-way stretch that adapts to your body’s movement. So you can look put-together without feeling like you can hardly walk. They’re the perfect base component for any styled outfit.
The CEO Chinos come in either Khaki or Navy, in both a classic-pocket or a five-pocket style, for $108. They’re sort of like the bottom counterpart to the Dress Collar Polo. Business in the look, party in the feel.
5. Portofino Piqué Cotton Polo
The sexy Italian cousin to the Dress Collar Polo, this shirt is made with 100% natural piqué cotton, an ultra-soft knit fabric. It’s lightweight and elegant and has just the right amount of texture to it. It comes in Azure, Sand, Navy, or Black.
The Portofino Polo also features a crisp, structured collar—this time with Italian-inspired stitch ribbing for an added level of sophistication. The removable collar stays ensure the collar keeps its structure, and the rounded hemline ensures your outfit keeps its structure. Talk about a nice contour…
In all seriousness, this shirt is the gold standard of elevated polos. And not just because, at $84, it’s over $400 less than its Brunello Cucinelli counterpart.
From Head to Toe, Collars & Co.’s Got You Covered.
Whether you’re looking to impress your boss on the first day or impress your future wife on the first date, Collars & Co. has everything you need to look sharp, feel confident, and stay comfortable.
A man’s closet says a lot about him, but don’t let the impending sweater weather season stress you out. When you know where to look, it’s easy to look great and layer effortlessly. No wonder Mark Cuban decided to invest.
Sweater Season Has Arrived
Layer up confidently with these simultaneously groundbreaking and simple pieces from Collars & Co.