Elizabethan collar, open collar, standing collar, open ruff, gothic

Typical for late elizabethan fashion were large standing collars, which developed out of the ruff, that was first worn closed around the neck, then opened and later turned into a flat item, made from very delicate lace, stiffened and mounted on a wire frame – the so-called “supportasse” or “underpropper”.

Our model was inspired by the most beautiful of such collars – which were also called “Stuart collars” – but ours is much easier to wear, since you don’t have to attach it to your gown or use an additional wire frame – the base is made from a special transparent black tulle that is much stiffer and sturdier than ordinary tulle. Five tunnels, made from satin bias tape, hold 6mm wide plastic bones, the complete outer edge is reinforced with millinery wire, which is hidden inside black satin bias tape.
This collar is a very versatile item, just tie it over your gown, at your back and adjust the shape slightly.

You can remove the tie and pin the collar in place, e.g. with decorative brooches (not included), as well – this method is a bit more secure. To hold the satin ties, two handmade braid loops are added to the underside of the collar and are securely attached to the wire frame – if you want to wear the collar pinned to your gown, without the ribbon, the collar will look neat and perfect as well.

Thebase is decorated with a very delicate 4,5 cm(1,8inch) widelace trim, which makes 18cm / 7 inch height at the centre back (counting the back support in, it’s 27cm / 10,6 inch), and 12cm / 4,7 inch at the front – that makes a medium-sized collar which is easy to wear even at crowded events, but still looks great, giving you a regal appearance.

Overall six black fabric roses make the design perfect!

Each collar is handmade, we have some other models listed in our shop – in differend colours and designs, and we add new ones regularly. If you are searching for something special or can’t find your favourite one in our shop, just drop us a note!

material specifications:100% polyester