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shawl collar
noun
: a turned-over collar of a garment that combines with lapels forming an unbroken curving line
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The shawl collar gives extra warmth and padding, and otherwise creates a dignified look—like a smoking jacket without the stink.
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 2 Feb. 2026
Kinnette Long-Sleeve Cardigan Keep warm and stylish wrapped up in this cardigan, designed with an open front, shawl collar, and two pockets.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
This shawl collar sweater coat at Nordstrom Rack is the perfect example—classic black and belted around the waist, this piece of outerwear is versatile enough to wear in both a ski town and capital city without looking out of place.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2025
The piece’s shawl collar adds some old-school elegance to the mix, and that maxi length will pair perfectly with long pajama bottoms.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 2 Feb. 2026
Kinnette Long-Sleeve Cardigan Keep warm and stylish wrapped up in this cardigan, designed with an open front, shawl collar, and two pockets.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
This shawl collar sweater coat at Nordstrom Rack is the perfect example—classic black and belted around the waist, this piece of outerwear is versatile enough to wear in both a ski town and capital city without looking out of place.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2025
The piece’s shawl collar adds some old-school elegance to the mix, and that maxi length will pair perfectly with long pajama bottoms.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for shawl collar
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“Shawl collar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shawl%20collar. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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