Have you ever spotted those small tabs on the back of your shirts? These subtle features serve a practical purpose that's often overlooked.
Americans call it the 'locker loop.' This handy tab has a fascinating history and a specific function.
In the 1960s, in the United States, it allowed students to hang their shirts on hooks in locker rooms during gym class. A few years later, the locker loop took on a new role: signaling someone's relationship status.
According to Today magazine, cutting off the tab meant the wearer was in a relationship. Though these original uses have faded, tradition keeps the tab sewn into shirts today. If folding shirts isn't your forte, check out these simple tips to make it effortless.
