In the early twentieth century, when shirts were made with detachable collars known as neck band shirts, Rayner & Sturges began manufacturing collars in Westcourt Street, Brompton Kent in the same building where our shirts are made today.

At first, Rayner & Sturges sold their collars to the Jermyn Street shirtmakers but in 1935 Rayner & Sturges became shirtmakers in their own right.

In 2010, Rayner and Sturges acquired Cleeve Shirtmakers and Cravats of London both based in Chard Somerset. After the acquisition, the Ready-to-Wear production was consolidated in Chard whilst the Bespoke and Made-to-Measure shirtmaking continued to be made in Brompton Kent.

Collars are undoubtedly the most distinguishing feature of the shirt. Although the shape is defining, it is vitally important to consider the construction of the collar. This has been proven over the last hundred years by such international companies as Arrow and Van Heusen who as well as Rayner & Sturges started as collar makers.

• All Rayner & Sturges collars are made in the traditional way. Turned by hand, using a loose lining cut on the bias with bone slots unless specified.
• Collars can be fused if required
• The majority of shapes can be achieved
• Our pattern makers are able to produce patterns to your designs