12 Common Myths About Garment Buttons and Trims Sourcing in Bangladesh
Ask ten garment professionals how they source buttons and you will hear a lot of confident opinions. Some are based on experience, but many are habits and half-truths that quietly raise costs and cause quality problems. This article busts 12 of the most common myths so Bangladeshi factories, brands and tailors can buy trims more wisely. Myth 1: “Buttons are too small to matter” The reality: Buttons are among the most handled parts of a garment. A shirt button may be opened and closed thousands of times, and a single failure can cause a rejected lot, a customer complaint or a lost buyer. Small components cause big problems when they are ignored. Treat trims with the same discipline as fabric and stitching. Myth 2: “The cheapest quote is always the best deal” The reality: A low unit price can hide a thinner button, weaker plating, looser size tolerance or no quality checks. If the button cracks in the wash or falls off after a few wears, the savings disappear in rework, replac...