story helped give this otherwise ordinary piece of fabric a much more interesting identity.
Why Did the Loop Survive?
Fashion trends come and go, so why did such a small feature stick around?
Partly because it remained useful.
Partly because people became accustomed to seeing it.
And partly because it became associated with classic button-down shirts and traditional American style.
Once a practical feature becomes part of a recognizable design, removing it can almost feel like removing part of the garment’s
