A press stud (also known as a snap button) is widely used in the fashion industry. And, let`s be frank, most of us if spotting the good that features a snap closure in stressful situations or moments when we need to concentrate on some issue, tend to go non-stop Clasp! ing and Clip! ing.

In fact, such small hardware makes a huge difference in regards to functionality. It appears to be quite surprising that snap buttons were of great popularity among rodeo cowboys. They took favor of snap closures because they could quickly take their shirt off, when, in the case of a fall, it became snagged in the saddle.

Just like these desperate guys, contemporary people are looking for highly practical and hassle-free attire and accessories. Well, press studs do meet the busy constantly-on-the-go people`s needs giving a chance just to Click! – and it`s unclosed, Click! – and you`re ready to go out in style.

There`re three main types of press studs, and they differ in the level of durability and use easiness.

Alfa buttons consist of a flat female part and a bulging, lentil-shaped male part. Made of metal, these press studs are used mostly for decorative functions in producing textile closing pieces because they don`t require an increased level of safety and are made of flexible, light material. You can easily notice this type on your jeans, shirt, shoes. Gloves, etc. Alfa press studs are likely to lose their sturdiness and corrode over time.

For leather goods that presuppose a safety aspect, I prefer solid Kappa snap buttons. In contrast, Kappa studs consist of a cap-shaped female with an inside ring and snap ringed male part. Those two ringed parts perfectly match each other and tightly fasten. Such a specific structure ensures long-lasting quality. Check it yourself – that`s easy to close, but you need to slightly strain to open it.

YKK press studs are the most effective and expensive ones featuring high-end corrosion-resistant materials and a durable dome-shaped design. Be sure, it won`t snag closing or expose to sunlight, dirt. The high price is explained by the rising demand on the manufacturing market that can be satisfied only by a Japanese producer.

For me, Kappa snap button is a golden middle that serves as a reliable fastener for most of my goods crafted of sturdy – glasses cases, journal covers – and more soft and flexible leather – custom keychains, dice trays, travel wallets, tech organizers, and so on.

To highlight the richness of the leather palette, I use press studs of different shades like antic cooper, silver cooper, gold cooper. Matt studs are much better than brushed ones as a) the scratches are less visible on them and b) they give a classy, vintage look to any leather good.

Plus, snap buttons are a stylish and functional way to identify the trademark, so I`ve also designed exclusive press studs with Hidemont logo for you.