shawl collar

noun

: a turned-over collar of a garment that combines with lapels forming an unbroken curving line

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Sweaters mix comfort and action-ready style, like the wool blend high-neck with zipped shawl collar and nylon sleeves. — Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026 This robe is no exception, thanks to its silky double-face fleece knit, shawl collar hood, and pockets. — Madison Roberts, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Dec. 2024 This version will be perfect on chilly summer evenings or warm fall days, thanks to its lightweight cotton crochet knit, zippered front, and shawl collar. — Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025 The shawl collar gives extra warmth and padding, and otherwise creates a dignified look—like a smoking jacket without the stink. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 2 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shawl collar

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1908, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of shawl collar was circa 1908

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“Shawl collar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shawl%20collar. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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