At Casa Fio, we open the doors to our creative world: the inspirations that move us, the details that shape our designs, and the timeless elements that tie each collection together. Today, we’re highlighting a collar that is subtle yet expressive a refined detail that has made its return to Club Fiore.
The Mao collar, also known as a band collar or stand collar, traces its origins to traditional East Asian garments. It became globally recognized through Mao Zedong, who popularized the collar in Chinese uniform design throughout the 1940s and 1950s. Characterized by its minimal, upright shape without lapels or folds, the Mao collar conveys a sense of calm, structure, and understated strength.
Over time, the Mao collar evolved into a fashion statement embraced around the world. Designers have reinterpreted it in countless ways, using its clean silhouette to bring a touch of modernity, serenity, and subtle sophistication to their collections. It’s a detail that speaks volumes without ever raising its voice.
At Club Fiore, we chose to bring the Mao collar back into our collection because it aligns perfectly with our aesthetic: simplicity with character, quiet yet distinctive.
In our newest pieces, we’ve reimagined the collar in a way that feels both feminine, contemporary, and timeless. Its minimal structure allows the fabric and shape of the garment to take center stage something that remains central in our design philosophy. Paired with soft, fluid materials, the straight, refined line of the Mao collar creates a balance between casual ease and elevated style: a look that sits effortlessly within the Club Fiore universe.
The result? A renewed interpretation of a historic detail — a collar that doesn’t need to shout to make a statement, but stands out through elegance and simplicity. A design choice that embodies what Casa Fio is all about: thoughtful, refined, and always with a story behind it.