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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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Sweaters mix comfort and action-ready style, like the wool blend high-neck with zipped shawl collar and nylon sleeves.
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Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
Cool Outerwear Funnel necks, Matrix-esque coats, shawl collars, and shearling ruled MOD style.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2026
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
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
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Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
Cool Outerwear Funnel necks, Matrix-esque coats, shawl collars, and shearling ruled MOD style.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2026
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
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
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 11 Mar. 2026.
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