Zip (fastener)
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A mechanical fastener of two rows of teeth or coils drawn together by a sliding pull, used to close openings in garments and bags.
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Boning (corsetry)
Rigid or semi-rigid strips, of steel, plastic or historically whalebone, inserted into channels to shape and support structured garments such as corsets and strapless bodices.
Button (fastener)
A disc or shaped fastener sewn to one side of an opening and passed through a buttonhole or loop on the other side to close a garment.
Buttonhole
A reinforced slit or bound opening in fabric sized to admit a button, finished by machine zigzag stitching, a bound technique, or hand stitching.
Elastic (sewing)
A stretchable band, braided, knitted or woven with rubber or spandex core yarns, used in waistbands, casings and cuffs for gathered, adjustable fit.
Frog closure
A decorative fastening of intricately knotted cord or braid, with a button-like knot and a loop, traditionally used on Chinese-style and Asian-inspired garments.
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