Sports & Outdoors
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Exercise Straps
- Hook and loop exercise straps and fasteners for a Wide Array of Sports
- Support for Sports Injuries
Almost since it was introduced, hook and loop has been an integral part of sports and exercise. If you have played organized sports or dance, chances are you used hook and loop straps and other types of fasteners. Cheerleading gear using VELCRO® Brand VELSTRETCH® fasteners is widely used today. Gymnastics mats can be held in place with hook and loop fasteners. Sew-on hook and loop makes it easy to attach name badges and numbers to uniforms. Hook and loop for sports injuries and rehabilitation, orthopedic straps are an easy way to support knees, ankles, shoulders and elbows. Neck braces often employ hook and loop fasteners as well. Our hook and loop exercise straps help you perform under the stressful and demanding conditions of athletic activity as well as last after thousands of uses. These durable products are convenient and economical to use.
Ultra-Mate
Webbing
Polyester
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Laser Tag & Paint Ball
- Allows for Quick Suit-up
- Logo Printing for Team Badges
These are sports that have become quite popular in recent years. VELCRO® Brand Vestretch® loop is perfect for manufacturing custom headbands and armbands for your laser tag or paint ball team. They are comfortable to wear and fit snugly. These straps are just one piece of equipment that goes a long way toward helping you to keep your valuable equipment organized and secured, while hook and loop clothing fasteners makes it faster and easier to get suited up for your session. Attach your name or a team logo with sew on look & loop fasteners. Do you have specific needs for straps on custom armbands? Contact one of our sales representatives today and tell us about it. We offer custom die cutting and will cut your product to length for free. Make certain you browse our inventory first, because chances are excellent that HookandLoop.com carries a product that will meet your requirements.
Polyester
Ultra-Mate
Webbing
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.