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Apr 03, 2025 - 11:20 AM
The loop on the back of men's dress shirts, often called a "locker loop" or "fruit loop," was originally designed to allow the shirt to be hung on a hook in a locker without wrinkling. This feature became popular in the mid-20th century, especially on Ivy League campuses, and also served as a subtle fashion statement or a way to indicate relationship status, as removing the loop was sometimes a sign of being taken.
