Tailored Shirts Sydney CBD — Custom Made from $150

CHOOSING THE RIGHT COLLAR STYLE

The collar is the most important design decision for a custom shirt. Here's a quick guide for Sydney's professional environment:

Spread collar The most versatile business collar — works with or without a tie, suits most face shapes. Ideal for corporate roles in finance, law and consulting.

Cutaway collar A wider spread — more contemporary and fashionable. Best suited for client-facing roles and creative industries. Pairs well with a Windsor knot tie.

Button-down collar The most casual of the business collars — appropriate for smart casual environments and Sydney's warmer months. Not recommended for formal court appearances or senior executive roles.

Mandarin collar No collar points — a modern, minimal look. Best for casual and creative contexts. Not appropriate for traditional corporate or court settings.

Banker collar A classic contrast collar — white collar on a striped or coloured shirt body. The signature look of Sydney's financial district. Pairs with a Chokman bespoke suit for the complete corporate look.

French/double cuff Requires cufflinks — the most formal cuff style. Essential for black tie events, court appearances, and senior executive settings. Pairs with Chokman's formal and bespoke suits.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT FABRIC

All Chokman shirts are made from 100% European 2-ply cotton — the gold standard for tailored shirts. Within this range, fabric choice affects weight, texture, and occasion suitability.
 
Poplin (plain weave) The most popular choice for business shirts. Smooth, crisp, and lightweight — ideal for Sydney's climate. Easy to iron, holds its shape well through long working days.
 
Twill A diagonal weave that produces a softer, more textured finish than poplin. Slightly more casual — appropriate for smart business and creative industry contexts.
 
Oxford weave A heavier, more textured fabric — the most casual of the business shirt fabrics. Ideal for Friday casual, smart casual, and weekend wear.
 
Herringbone A subtle V-shaped pattern that adds visual interest without being loud. Appropriate for most corporate settings — a slightly more distinctive alternative to plain poplin.
 
Stripe and check Banker stripes, Bengal stripes, and window-pane checks are all appropriate for Sydney's corporate environment when paired with a solid tie. Our tailors can advise on which patterns work with your existing suit wardrobe.
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WHEN TO WEAR A TAILORED SHIRT
 
Business and corporate: A custom poplin or twill shirt in white, light blue or subtle stripe is the foundation of any Sydney corporate wardrobe. Pair with a Chokman custom tailored suit for the complete CBD look.
 
Court appearances: Female lawyers and barristers requiring court-appropriate shirts — a plain white or pale blue poplin with spread or cutaway collar meets NSW court dress standards. View our Court Suits for Female Lawyers page for full guidance.
 
Weddings: A French cuff shirt in white or ivory poplin paired with cufflinks is the standard for wedding party shirts. Chokman coordinates wedding shirt orders with groomsmen suit packages — view our Groomsmen Suits page for group pricing.
 
Formal events: For black tie events, a white double-cuff poplin with a pleated front and mandarin or wing collar is the traditional choice — paired with a Chokman formal suit or tuxedo.
 
Casual and smart casual: An Oxford or twill shirt in a mid-blue, navy or subtle check works for Sydney's smart casual Friday environments — worn open-collared or with a casual blazer.