If your shirt has a loop, it likely says more about the brand’s aesthetic than your storage needs. Some labels—like Brooks Brothers or J.Crew—consistently include it as a mark of classic tailoring. Others omit it entirely for a cleaner, minimalist look. But whether you use it or not, the loop remains a quiet heirloom of design evolution: born from naval pragmatism, adopted by campus trendsetters, and preserved by generations who appreciate the poetry of functional elegance.
Now, when you slip on a button-down and feel that soft tab against your neck, you’re not just wearing a shirt—you’re carrying a piece of history. And who knows? Next time you’re packing for a trip, you might just hang it by that loop… and give a silent thanks to the sailors who started it all.