A tuxedo shirt features distinct collar, bib, and cuff styles that separate it from a standard dress shirt.
Collar Styles:
Wingtip Collar: Features small, stiff, upright points that fold down slightly, designed to sit behind a bow tie. It is the most formal option, traditionally reserved for white-tie or strict black-tie events.
Laydown / Spread Collar: A contemporary, versatile choice featuring standard folding collar points. It offers a clean look under a modern tuxedo jacket and works well with a bow tie.
Front Bib Styles:
Pleated Front: Features crisp, sewn-in horizontal or vertical pleats running down the center chest panel. It provides a traditional, textured look.
Piqué Bib: Made from a stiff, geometric, honeycomb-like cotton weave. It offers subtle texture and is historically required for ultra-formal white-tie dress codes.
Plain (No Bib): A clean, flat front made of fine broadcloth or twill. It provides a minimalist, modern aesthetic.
