A crew neck is a collarless shirt or sweater with a ribbed neckline that fits around the base of the neck, traditionally worn by rowers. It can be paired with other types of shirts or sweaters and can be casual, sporty, or formal.
A crew neck, also written as “scoop neck,” is a type of collarless shirt or sweater with a crew neck that fits around the base of the wearer’s neck. The fabric that makes up the neckline in a crew neck is usually ribbed and sewn onto the shirt or sweater as a separate piece. The name comes from the types of shirts traditionally worn by rowers. The word “scoop neck” can be used as a noun to describe a garment with this type of collar.
Not all crew neck shirts, sweaters, and blouses are crew necks. In general, a crew neck fits snugly around the neck. Other types of scoop necklines include ball necks, ballet necklines, and roll necklines. Primary necklines are generally found on top of women, where the front of the neckline dips lower into the chest. Ballet necks are also a more feminine cut, in which the neckline is wider and exposes part of the shoulders, back, and clavicle. Men and women can wear rollneck sweaters, with a neckline similar to a crewneck but with a little extra fabric rolled up on the outside.
There are a few variations on crew neck shirts. For example, a Henley shirt is a round neck collarless shirt with two or five buttons on a placket down the front. With the buttons buttoned up, a Henley shirt resembles a crew neck. Another common variation is the mock neck, also called a mock turtleneck. A mock neck is round and extends about an inch (2.2 cm) higher on the neck than a crew neck, much like a turtleneck but without the roll or fold in the fabric.
Two popular examples of crew neck shirts are the t-shirt and sleeved undershirts for men. Tank tops can also be bottlenecks, generally resembling tank tops. Turtlenecks are very versatile because they fit both men and women in a variety of body types. They comfortably fit most neck sizes due to the ribbing in the neckline fabric.
One advantage of a crew neck is that it can be paired with another type of shirt or sweater, such as a V-neck, button-down, or cardigan. Crew necks can be casual, sporty, or formal, depending on what they’re made of and how they’re worn. Cotton T-shirts, long-sleeved T-shirts and Henleys can be worn as everyday casual fashion or for outdoor activities and sports. A wool crew neck sweater can be worn with a collared shirt and even a tie for a more serious and professional look.
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