Backing Buttons & Button Backers

Keep Buttons Secure With Backing Buttons and Button Backers.

Known as backing buttons or button backers, these clear, flat buttons help keep larger buttons in place. Ideal for attaching buttons to unstructured fabrics, open-weave fabrics, leather, knitted materials and more, backing buttons are placed behind a larger button on the inside or “wrong” side of the garment to add stability and help prevent the front-facing button from coming loose. Button backing is ideal for anchoring buttons on garments like cardigans, coats, skirts, dresses, leather jackets and more—plus, they're an excellent option for hidden button closures like concealed button plackets and French flies. Choose from various sizes of two-hole or four-hole backing buttons to find the perfect match for any button—find them here for a small detail that makes a big difference in button garment closures.

Frequently Asked Questions About Backing Buttons

What is a backing button?

Backing buttons are clear buttons used to stabilize buttons, especially on less structured and heavy-duty materials. The backing button is placed on the inside of the garment directly behind the front-facing button to add stability and help prevent the button from coming loose.

What size backing button should I use?

It’s generally recommended to use a backing button the same size or slightly smaller than the button you’ll be using on the front of the garment. Be sure to choose a button with the same number of holes as your front-facing button.