Zippers

Types of standard zippers

Invisible zipper

Difference between open and closed end zippers

• Open-end can have the two sides separated (eg, jackets)
• Closed-end still attached at the bottom (eg, jeans)

Two-way zippers

• Two-way open zippers can be opened from the bottom and top, and can also be separated. The function of both open and closed zippers
• ‘O’ type zippers split in the middle
• ‘X’ type zippers split at the ends
• ‘R’ type zippers have functions of ‘O’ and ‘X’ just that it cant be separated

Normally placed at the top part of the bag where you want it to close.

Magnetic Snaps

Magnetic snap

Normally place on a flap, with one on each side.

Hook and Loop

Standard hook and loop, also called hook and loop

Usage

Hook and loop for clutches

Hook and loop strap, to hold something together or join a flap together.

Twist & Lock

Standard metal twist and lock

Usage of twist and lock

Side Release Buckle

Standard side release buckle

Modern side release buckle

Usage of side release buckles

Over the bag flap

Under the bag flap

Drawstring

Standard drawstring bag

Buckles

Normally comes with a magnetic snap

‘Hidden’ buckle style

Usage

Double buckle style with a magnetic snap

Hook & Eye

Standard hook and eye

Mechanism style

Normally seen in pants

Buttons

Flat buttons

Toggle buttons

Shank buttons

Usage

Usage of flat buttons

Usage of flat buttons

Tuck lock

Usage

Sometimes comes with a locking system