turtleneck collars

High folded neckbands

Turtleneck collars are high, close-fitting collars that fold over and cover the neck, typically found on sweaters and knit shirts.

The collar extends upward from the neckline and doubles back on itself: She pulled the turtleneck collar up against the cold.

In British English, the same style is called a polo neck.

Related

cozy sweater · wardrobe staple · jersey · pullover · chunky knit · mock neck · high neck · polo neck · knitwear · cashmere · cold-weather gear · beatnik · Steve Jobs · garment · minimalist style · winter wear · wool · cotton

Opposites
neckline coverage

turtleneck collarsplunging neckline

Garment front dropping sharply

scoop neck · sweetheart neckline · halter neck · boat neck · crew neck

formality/modesty

turtleneck collarsdécolletage

Exposed chest and shoulders

tube top · crop top

neckline structure

turtleneck collarscollarless

Without neck trim

spread collar · shawl collar · mandarin collar · stand collar

Family

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Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G