Abstract: An apparatus to press the collar of a shirt may include a base member with a first press surface, where the base is configured in the shape of a U and a lid member including a second press surface, where the lid member is configured generally in the shape of a U, where the lid member is hingedly attached to the base member, and wherein the second press surface is substantially complementary to the first press surface. In an open position, the first press surface is configured to receive a turndown style collar of shirt and in the closed position, the second press surface is configured to fit over and press the turndown style collar of the shirt.

Abstract: A pad for use on a collar pressing apparatus which has a lower buck and pressing head adapted to press against and iron a collar which has been placed in the open position between the buck and head. The collar has an outer fold portion with a lateral edge and a button attached to a cloth extender which extends laterally outward from the lateral edge. The pad is removably attached to the buck and is formed with a first section configured to allow the collar to be spread out in the open position thereon. On a side portion of the first section, an area is formed for receiving the button attached to the extender. The area is thinner than the thickness of the pad when the pressing head is pressed against the pad so as to accommodate the button. By placing the button in the thinner area, the forced exerting by the pressing head on the button is reduced to prevent the fracture of the button.