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Separating Zipper

Separating Zipper

Accessories & Trims, Collections, Zippers5 days ago

A separating zipper is a type of zipper designed to fully open at the bottom, allowing the two sides of a garment to completely separate. This makes it ideal for jackets, coats, hoodies, and cardigans, where easy wearing and removal are required.

Key Features:

  • Can fully separate at the bottom end.
  • Available in metal, coil, or molded plastic teeth.
  • Includes a bottom stop mechanism to secure the zipper when closed.
  • Can be used in both lightweight and heavy fabrics.

Applications:

  • Jackets, coats, hoodies, and outerwear
  • Technical garments like ski jackets and raincoats
  • Luggage and bags requiring full opening

Advantages:

  • Allows easy dressing and garment access
  • Supports heavy or layered garments
  • Available in various sizes and finishes to suit fashion or functional needs

From a textile and museum perspective, separating zippers highlight the functional evolution of fastening technology, illustrating how design innovations meet both practical and aesthetic needs in apparel.

Separating Zipper

Available in Museum’s Library.
Separating zippers offer research opportunities in enhancing strength and smooth operation for heavy or layered garments, including innovations in durable teeth materials and slider mechanisms. They also provide scope for smart and functional applications, such as integration with waterproofing, fire resistance, or wearable technology in outerwear and technical apparel.

Year2026AuthorTexheritage BangladeshShare

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* Object Title : Fleece Fabric
* Accession Number: THB K-Fleece 01/2026
* Category : Knit Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 100% Cotton
* Weave Construction: Fleece one side brush
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* GSM : 355
* Width: Available
* Dye Type : Reactive Dye
* Condition Assessment : Fabric swatch
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