Wholesale Bone Buttons

Bone buttons: a natural material with character

Bone buttons are among the oldest fastenings in the history of clothing, and today they are once again in demand from brands that want a natural material with a dense, solid look. Polkom offers wholesale bone buttons for clothing manufacturers, ateliers and distributors, as well as custom production with an engraved logo, a specific colour or your own design. Bone is denser and heavier than most natural materials, so the button sits securely on the garment and handles frequent buttoning with ease.

Properties of bone buttons

The natural colour of bone ranges from ivory to a warm ecru. Every button has a slightly different structure, which gives the finished item authenticity. The material machines well, polishes to a soft sheen and takes dye.

• high density and a pleasant weight in the hand;
• a hard surface that holds up in normal use;
• natural texture: no two buttons are exactly alike;
• withstands washing and dry cleaning when the care instructions are followed;
• can be left in its natural tone or dyed to the shade you want.

An easy test for genuine bone is the sound: tapped lightly against glass, it rings almost like porcelain, while plastic imitations sound dull.

Sizes, shapes and finishes

Button size is given in lignes (L), where 1L = 0.635 mm. A rough guide by garment type:

• 16L–20L (about 10–13 mm): shirts, blouses, cuffs;
• 24L–28L (about 15–18 mm): jackets, waistcoats, dresses;
• 32L–40L (about 20–25 mm): coats, trench coats and outerwear.

Models are available with two or four holes, as well as with a shank. The surface can be polished, matte or with an aged effect. Buttons with an engraved motif whose grooves are filled with colour are especially striking, as are scorched models with a vintage feel: the heat treatment leaves shades that are hard to achieve with any other material.

Which garments they suit

Bone buttons pair best with natural-fibre fabrics such as wool, linen, cotton and tweed. They are used for:

• coats, trench coats and jackets;
• classic and sports jackets and suits;
• knitted cardigans and jumpers;
• shirts and dresses in retro or casual style;
• bags, accessories and handmade items.

If you are looking for a similar natural look in another material, see also our horn buttons and corozo buttons.

Custom bone buttons with your logo

Bone is an excellent material for laser engraving. A logo, lettering or ornament can be applied to the button, and combining engraving with colour-filled grooves creates a contrasting, easily recognisable brand mark. We produce batches to your design, agreeing shape, size, shade and details in advance. Find out more about personalisation in engraved buttons.

Why Polkom

Polkom is a Bulgarian manufacturer and supplier of garment accessories based in Sofia, with more than two decades of experience. Our range includes more than 10,000 items, we keep large stock and deliver across the European Union. We offer fast sampling, logo engraving, button attaching and advice on choosing material and size. See all our services.

How to order

The process is clear and straightforward:

• you send an enquiry with the model, size, colour and approximate quantity;
• we clarify the details and send you a quote;
• we make a sample for approval;
• once confirmed, we put the batch into production and deliver it to you.

Minimum quantities depend on the item. Send an enquiry via our contact page, to info@polkom.com or on +359 876 76 60 50 (also WhatsApp and Viber).