Buttons are one of the most important parts of the garment. It can change a bland shirt into a most desired shirt, even if you have not originally made the garment. You can change the buttons on that ready-made garment to make it look richer, more desirable.
Have you ever just admired the feel of the button? Have you ever shopped at a specialty shop to have that specialized button? Maybe to go get that button that is rhinestone or pearl to bring out a dressy flair to your garment. It is an expensive button but worth it. Not into all that? Maybe go towards a down to earth look and select a wooden button or a leather button topping a plaid coat. Wouldn’t that make a studious flair.
Buttons, buttons…. they really make or break the garment.
The button is not only a closure,
It is Art.
Some buttons are silver with a design etched in it. Someone actually took their time to design it. A piece of art. Wearing this button is like wearing a piece of jewelry.
Yes, buttons whether silver, gold or brass, If it’s a fun button or a different shape button it brings a lovely finish to a project. The weight of the button should be complimentary to the weight and bend of the garment. You don’t want your garment to sag in the wrong places.
Buttons, buttons…. they really make or break the garment. It needs to be chosen with care.
Some fun facts…
- Did you know that over 60% of the clothing buttons comes from Qiaotou Yongjia County China?
- Did you know that the oldest button was found in the Mohenjo-Daro region in the Indies valley now known as modern-day Pakistan? It is estimated to be around 5000 years old. It usually made from a decorative flat curved shell that fits into a loop.
The types of buttons can also be made from plastics, or it can be covered with cloth. As a Creative the use of buttons is not limited nor is the style. Flat, shank, stud, toggle or decorative, the boundaries are limitless.
The button is not only a closure, it is Art.
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