To become a true gentleman, polishing every detail is crucial, as these small details can highlight your unique charm. And the buttons on the suit are undoubtedly a crucial part of this detail. The invention of buttons not only demonstrates the infinite wisdom of clothing craftsmen, but also leaves a significant mark in the fashion industry. So, let’s explore several of the most common types of buttons in daily life together, so that when choosing a suit, we can make a decision more calmly and confidently.
NO.1 Bull Horn Buckle
Bull horn buttons, with their unique materials and designs, stand out in the world of buttons. It uses high-quality cow horns as raw materials and is crafted with exquisite craftsmanship, presenting a perfect combination of nature and wildness. On a suit, the addition of cow horn buttons is undoubtedly a unique embellishment that can add an extraordinary temperament to the wearer. In the world of high-end suits, natural cow horn buttons have become an indispensable embellishment with their excellent hardness and unique patterns. These buttons are usually derived from buffalo horns, polished with exquisite craftsmanship to present a black or light yellow tone, accompanied by natural spotted patterns. Suit brands that pursue ultimate quality often choose buttons that are similar to the clothing pattern to ensure a harmonious and unified overall appearance. Even on Savile Row, a street famous for custom-made suits, Mr. Mahon, a top tailor, emphasized that “Savile Row’s suit buttons must be carefully crafted from animal horns, which is the best interpretation of quality and craftsmanship.
NO.2 Fruit Button
Fruit button, a unique button design inspired by natural fruits and crafted with exquisite craftsmanship. Its unique shape and texture make each fruit clasp look like a work of art in nature, adding a touch of natural charm to clothing. Whether it’s casual wear or formal suits, the fruit button can be the finishing touch, making the wearer shine with a unique style. The main raw materials are fruit shells and fruits, with the most well-known being buttons made from “ivory fruit”. This fruit originates from palm trees in South America, and after drying, it presents a milky white, hard texture that is very similar to ivory. Due to its relatively low acquisition cost, as well as its hard and heavy nature as a natural material, coupled with its unique natural patterns, this button has no sense of cheapness while being low-cost, making it very suitable for various clothing combinations.
NO.3 Shell Buckle
Also known as the mother of pearl buckle, it is finely polished from the inner side of the shell, which is rich in pearl luster. Its color is elegant, its luster is brilliant and unpredictable, full of artistic atmosphere. However, selecting beautiful shells suitable for making buttons is not an easy task, which requires the same level of care and patience as collecting gems and crystals. Therefore, this unique button usually complements light colored casual suits, and its elegant figure can also be seen on high-end shirts.
NO.4 metal buckle
Metal buckles, with their unique metallic texture and luster, have become an indispensable element in the fashion industry. The metal buckle, which has been finely polished and polished, not only has a gorgeous appearance, but also showcases the ingenious design in the details. Whether it’s casual or formal wear, metal buckles can be the finishing touch, adding a touch of brightness to clothing. Metal deduction is divided into two categories: pure metal buckles and plated metal buckles, with gold and silver being common color choices. In recent years, there have been more styles of vintage metal accents on suit buckles, which are fashionable but should be selected according to the occasion. When wearing a suit in formal occasions, it is recommended to avoid choosing this type of metal buckle in order to avoid appearing less stable, while it is fine for casual wear.
NO.5 resin buckle
Resin buttons, an emerging type of button, are gradually occupying a place in the fashion industry with their unique materials and designs. Its lightweight material and strong design add a unique touch of fashion to the clothing.
Resin buckles are increasingly favored in the fashion industry due to their lightweight material and unique design, becoming one of the widely used products in clothing. Although it may not appear high-end in certain occasions such as suits, its smooth surface can create a variety of patterns and shapes, adding a unique fashion charm to clothing. In addition, resin buckles also have excellent waterproof and wear-resistant properties, making them highly practical. In the process of clothing customization, choosing a button that suits personal preferences is undoubtedly an excellent way to showcase personality. This small button may play a crucial role in embellishing the overall design.