Collar "millstone"

Collar "millstone"
 Collar "millstone" is a broad white collar that fits snugly to the neck. First appeared in the Spanish fashion in the 16th century. After 1575 the collar becomes an independent piece of fashionable clothes, he grows to such an extent that in 1586 approximately arises sarcastic name "millstone". Has been the target of cartoonists. Produced ...
 Collar "millstone" is a broad white collar that fits snugly to the neck. First appeared in the Spanish fashion in the 16th century. After 1575 the collar becomes an independent piece of fashionable clothes, he grows to such an extent that in 1586 approximately arises sarcastic name "millstone". Has been the target of cartoonists. Produced the collar of fine linen, using special techniques, does exactly numerous folds and to keep in shape or starches used wire frame. In Flanders and Germany it was worn until the early 18th century. In the 18th century collar "millstone" preserved the Jews as a mandatory costume details. Now it can be found in national costumes, as well as some images of fairy tale characters such as Pierrot.