The mystery of that little hidden loop on your shirts finally revealed

Discreetly tucked into the back of your shirt, this little-known buckle tells a historical anecdote that’s as practical as it is surprising. Discover the forgotten origins of this clothing detail that has survived through the ages.

The little story behind that discreet buckle on your shirt:

Detail of a loop sewn on the back of a shirt

Let’s go back to the 1960s, to the studious atmosphere of American Ivy League universities. Students at these renowned institutions were looking for a solution to store their shirts without creasing in their cramped lockers. GANT then had a brilliant idea: adding a small loop to the back of the garment. This seemingly innocuous detail quickly became a classic, both on casual and more formal shirts.

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