Clothes, Shoes & Gear
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Outdoor Gear
- Backpacks, Tents and Outdoor Clothing
- Secure Equipment, Tent Poles and More
It is difficult to imagine how people who enjoy the great outdoors ever managed prior to the invention of the various hook and loop fasteners. Hook and loop is now used for backpacks, tents, outdoor clothing and is even found as an integral part of shoe and outdoor sports boot fasteners. HookandLoop.com carries a wide range of products for use with outdoor gear, including VELCRO® Brand Peel & Stick products with pressure sensitive adhesives that hold their grip securely under the most extreme conditions. Use hook and loop cable ties to secure fishing and hunting equipment, tent poles and more. For information on customized outdoor hook and loop products for your next excursion or VELCRO® Brand for outdoor use, please contact us and a sales representative will be glad to assist you.
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Textile Manufacturing
- Cloth and Costume Fastening Solutions
- Still Strong After 1000's of Uses
Have you ever wondered how actors in a stage production are able to make such quick changes between scenes? It's the miracle of hook and loop. DuraGrip® and VELCRO® Brand hook and loop fasteners for clothing make it easy to slip in and out of a wide variety of outfits. Of course, sew on hook and loop and the various advanced hooks and loops available today are useful for more than just costumes. Many articles of everyday clothing now use hook and loop fasteners. It's one more way this miracle material has made life easier and more convenient. Hook and loop material binds surfaces together securely, yet this bond is easy to take apart when the time comes. Best of all, quality DuraGrip® and VELCRO® Brand fasteners for clothing remain strong, even after thousands of uses.
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What Are Fasteners in Clothing?
Fasteners in clothing are components used to open, close, or adjust garments for fit and function. They include buttons, zippers, snaps, hooks, Velcro (hook and loop), drawstrings, toggles, and buckles. Each fastener serves a different purpose and contributes to the style and usability of clothing.
Types of Fasteners in Clothing
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Buttons – Common on shirts, jackets, and trousers for closure.
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Zippers – Used in pants, jackets, and dresses for easy fastening.
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Snaps – Press-in closures often used on baby clothes and sportswear.
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Hooks and Eyes – Small metal fasteners for dresses or lingerie.
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Velcro (Hook and Loop) – Easy, adjustable fastening for shoes, gear, and costumes.
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Drawstrings – Found on hoods, pants, and bags for adjustable fit.
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Buckles – Used in belts, straps, and outerwear for adjustable securing.
Additional FAQs:
Q. What are fasteners in clothing called?
A. Fasteners in clothing are called closures or fastening devices. These include buttons, zippers, snaps, Velcro, and more—each serving to secure or adjust garments.
Q. What are examples of clothing fasteners?
A. Examples include shirt buttons, jean zippers, Velcro on kids’ shoes, snaps on baby rompers, and toggles on jackets.
Q. What is the purpose of a fastener?
A. The purpose of a fastener is to securely close or adjust a garment, allowing ease of wear, fit control, and garment function.
Q. What are dress fasteners?
A. Dress fasteners refer to the closures used specifically in dresses—commonly zippers, buttons, snaps, or hook and eye closures to secure the garment in place.