Why Is It Called a “Zipper”? The Branding That Changed Language
Автор: History of Simple Things
Загружено: 2026-02-23
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We use zippers every single day — on jackets, jeans, backpacks, and boots — but have you ever wondered why it’s called a “zipper” in the first place? In this episode of History of Simple Things, we explore the surprising story behind the name, the inventors who made it possible, and how a brand name became the word we all use today.
From early designs in the 1800s to the breakthrough improvements that made it reliable, this is the full story of how the zipper got its name.
Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro
1:04 – Before the Zipper: The Problem with Buttons
2:09 – Elias Howe’s Early Attempt
3:05 – Whitcomb Judson and the Clasp Locker
4:08 – Gideon Sundback’s Breakthrough
5:14 – Where the Word “Zipper” Came From
6:19 – How the Name Became Universal
7:00 – Conclusion
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