Getting rid of collar rolls, especially persistent ones on structured garments like jackets, typically involves addressing the underlying fit or construction issue. For serious problems like an aggressive collar roll that always appears on your jackets, a common approach involves garment alteration.
Fixing a collar roll on a jacket requires carefully bringing components back together and ensuring everything needs to line up correctly to make the collar lay flat against the back of the neck and shoulders. This often means adjusting the seam where the collar attaches to the jacket or altering the shoulder and upper back area to improve the fit.
Here are the general approaches for getting rid of collar rolls on jackets:
- Tailoring/Alteration: This is the most effective method for aggressive or permanent collar rolls. A skilled tailor can:
- Detach and re-sew the collar to release tension or adjust its angle.
- Alter the shoulder seam or the upper back of the jacket to allow the fabric to sit correctly, preventing the collar from rolling outwards.
- Potentially add or adjust padding or interfacing to improve the structure and drape of the collar area.
- Pressing: For minor collar rolls, a good pressing with steam can sometimes flatten the collar temporarily. However, this is usually not a permanent solution for persistent issues. Ensure you use the correct temperature for the fabric.
- Ensuring Proper Fit: Sometimes, a collar roll is a symptom of a jacket that doesn't fit well in the shoulders or upper back. Wearing a jacket that fits correctly in these areas can prevent the collar roll from forming.
Why do Collar Rolls Happen?
Collar rolls occur when the collar fabric or the back of the jacket fabric is longer or shorter than it should be relative to the seam where they join, or when the jacket doesn't sit correctly on your shoulders and upper back. This can be due to manufacturing inconsistencies, the jacket's cut not matching your body shape, or shrinkage.
For serious problems like a really aggressive collar roll, tailoring is usually necessary. It involves a precise adjustment where parts are brought back together, ensuring everything needs to line up for the collar to lay smoothly.
