adapted to everyday life.
But the story is more complicated than simply saying, “It was used to hang shirts.”
The history of the locker loop connects clothing design with universities, military life, sailing, sportswear, travel, and changing ideas about how men dressed.
And once you know what that little loop is for, you will probably start noticing it everywhere.
The Mysterious Little Loop
Look at the back of a traditional button-down shirt.
Near the collar, you may see a small horizontal loop made from the same fabric as the shirt.
