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Senin, 21 Juli 2014

The Signifance Of Pin Back Buttons

By Marylou Forbes


Buttons have been used from time in memorial. They have been there from the time when humans started to design clothes made from fabrics. They evolved from the wooden type, to the plastic, metal made and now from mixed materials. Pin back buttons are temporary buttons that are fastened to a safety pin at the back side which can be flat or curved. The front area usually carries a massage in form of words, letters, logos or even symbols that need to be made public.

Most are shaped round but a variety comes in different shapes and colors. There are a number of companies that have taken up mass production of the badges to meet the growing need. They try to customize the orders to meet some of their clientele standards. There are step by step easy procedures of making your own badge and when the skill is learnt more creativity can be added.

The pin badge is popular because it plays a double functionality. It is used to tie together two pieces of garments and at the same time pass a message. They are among the easiest way of marketing and advertising or passing information. As long as the back pin is worn the message stays. Due to their lightness in weight they can be worn often.

The political pin can be traced to the year seventeen eighty nine when they were spotted by most people who attended the inauguration party of the first president of America, George Washington. From then on the buzz created only led to more demand. In the year eighteen ninety three Benjamin Whitehead was given the patent right. He added a thin transparent film in the surface to protect the upper side from dirt and make them last longer.

They date back about several centuries ago. A number of people have taken up as a hobby to collect the pin badges as some do the same with coins. The collections make mini personal museums that tell stories and tales that might have been forgotten with time.They are a form of artifact.

During election periods, it is interesting to note that candidates go to all extends to pass their message across.Campaign pins are are very common during this season. They mat carry the face of the candidate or a slogan they might want to popularize.

Majority of companies are using different and unique ways to advertise themselves in order to stay ahead and have a competitive edge. The badges are used to advertise, promote or market a product. The pin ups can be added to the merchandise or souvenirs that the company gives its clients.

Other than commercial use, the pins are used by individuals. Due to the diversity of individuals in cultures, values, beliefs, tastes and preferences, the badges are used to showcase the personality. Instead of using shirts, head gears, hats or scarfs, the badge is a cooler alternative and can be won on a shirt, blouse or even a coat.

The badge button keeps changing and receiving attention because there is a ready market. Fashion stylists are always looking for more elaborate ways to improve and enhance creativity and the pin backs are one of the forum.




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