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What Made-to-Order Shirts Are Favored by New Yorkers?
Exploring the Appeal of New York’s Popular Collar Style: “SPORT”
The origins of the button-down shirt are said to date back to polo players fastening buttons on their collar points to keep them from flapping in the wind during matches. In New York, the fashion capital of the world, softly tailored button-down shirts without interlining became affectionately known as sport shirts and remain a favorite among many New Yorkers to this day.
The “SPORT” collar we’re introducing here creates a soft, three-dimensional shape around the neckline, offering a beautiful roll that adds just the right touch of relaxed elegance to your look. It’s a unique collar style developed and refined by Kamakura Shirts through years of dedicated research. Experience for yourself why this design continues to be loved across borders, with the wide range of patterns only possible in a made-to-order shirt.
DETAILS
The SPORT is a button-down shirt with a distinctly Ivy League flair, crafted with a collar free of interlining. Its defining feature is the absence of interlining in the collar and cuffs, allowing them to fall into a naturally beautiful shape. We recommend tailoring it in a coarse-weave Oxford fabric for the perfect balance of texture and style.
In addition to the traditional interlining-free, lightweight collar style, the SPORT also comes in a version with a soft, thin floating interlining that has been brushed for extra texture.
The interlining-free style offers a relaxed, rugged appeal, while the interlined version provides just the right amount of structure and refinement.
The true charm of the SPORT lies in being able to choose the right option for your fabric and occasion, making the most of each style’s unique qualities. Rooted in the Ivy League look, it lets you enjoy a personalized approach to dressing.
SPORT (No Interlining)
SPORT (With Interlining)
Features
A collar and cuffs without interlining, evoking the charm of the Ivy League style
A new SPORT brought to life with a soft, thin floating interlining finished with a brushed texture
Collar & Cuffs
Lightweight with No Interlining
With Interlining for Balanced Structure and Shape Retention
Tailoring Tips
For enhancing the collar’s three-dimensional shape, a durable, thicker fabric is recommended.
Soft interlining blends easily with the fabric, creating a natural and stable finish.
STYLE
Pair an Oxford button-down shirt tailored in the SPORT style with a lightweight seersucker jacket and a navy knit tie for a perfectly relaxed yet refined trad look. The coarse texture of the Oxford fabric adds a rugged touch to the overall crisp, fresh feel.
WISDOM
The button-down, passed down continuously since 1896, remains an iconic item of “American Traditional” style that never fails to capture our hearts. Kamakura Shirts staff have selected B.D. experts, and two masters of Ivy style provide their commentary.
Illustrations by Graham Marsh / Text by Toshiyuki Kurosu
From a 2018 feature page
| | Fred Astaire (1899 - 1987), Actor Fred Astaire was an all-time Hollywood fashion icon, known for his silk top hats and tailcoats. In the American film "Funny Face" (1957), he co-starred with Audrey Hepburn and showed off the dignified look of the button-down shirt. |
| Arthur Miller (1915 - 2005), Playwright It's hard to believe that Arthur Miller and Marilyn Monroe were married, though their life together didn't last long, as they divorced in 1961. When still newlyweds in 1956, Miller always dressed himself in a jacket, button-down shirt, tie, and pocket square - the ultimate traditional outfit. | |
| | Miles Davis (1925 - 1991), Musician Miles Davis, also known as the king of jazz, always had the need to be at the forefront of both music and fashion. He was known for his avant-garde outfits, but you can also see him here in a rare classic button-down pullover back in 1959 when the style was a top fashion trend. |
| Woody Allen (1935 - ), Film Director & Actor Woody Allen was a unique director and actor, in that he loved traditional style outfits. He always looked good in a tweed jacket and corduroy pants. He is pictured here in a shot from the 1965 movie "What's New Pussycat?" | |
| | Matthew McConaughey (1969 - ), Actor Matthew McConaughey portrayed a rookie lawyer in the film "A Time to Kill" in 1996. He wore a white button-down shirt (presumably Oxford material) and black knit tie to help create an intellectual and elite attorney-like look. |
| Patrick J. Adams (1981 - ), Actor Button-down shirts have long since disappeared from movies and TV shows. In the 50's they were a huge trend, but they are now viewed as a more conservative style of fashion. Patrick Adams co-starred in the American drama series SUITS in 2011, where he portrays a reckless and unlicensed rookie lawyer who manages to join a major law firm. | |
Made-to-order shirts popular among New Yorkers
The reason why SPORT’s button-down shirts have continued to be loved not only in Japan but also in New York lies in their exceptional versatility, seamlessly fitting into occasions ranging from business to casual.
The beautifully rolled collar, softly tailored, creates an elegant silhouette. When paired with a blazer or suit and tied with a necktie, it avoids looking overly stiff, offering just the right touch of relaxed sophistication.
Worn without a tie and matched with chinos or denim, it achieves a casual-down look without losing refinement—exactly the style New Yorkers seek. This adaptability perfectly suits their daily lives, moving effortlessly between the city streets and the office.
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