2) Another style is the end folded style, wherein the left and right sides of the label are tucked behind and stitched on to the garment.

3) Yet another style is the fuse cut or straight cut style, in which there are no folds and all the ends are sewn on to the garment. This style is also called the all ends finished label.

4) An iron-on label, as the name suggests, is a label that is attached by placing the label on the garment and ironing on it. The heat causes the substance on the back of the label to liquefy and stick to the garment. Such labels are highly durable and stick on in spite of repeated washing of the garment, but the durability is less as compared to a label that has been sewn on to the garment.

5) Sometimes, peel and stick labels are used in garments. These labels are very easy to apply and can be applied quickly. However, they are not very durable and might begin to peel off after a few washings. They are ideal for use on bags and other items which do not require continuous washing.

6) A mitre fold label is a label without any folds, which is cut off at a 45-degree angle at both ends and attached at the top.

Unique labels

Sometimes, unique labels are used by the manufacturer to give a special touch to the garment and to distinguish it from other brands or manufacturers. Some of the special types of labels used are:

1) Bead label: This type of label has beads attached to it, either by sewing them on or with the help of glue. The beads may be of a single color or of multiple colors. Such a label gives a unique look to a garment if it is attached to the back or the front portion.

2) Die cut label: A die cut label is a label that is produced using a block or die on account of its unique shape.

3) Pillow label: In this type of label, cloth is fashioned into a pillow cover and yarn is injected into it to make the label look like a label. The symbol of the brand and other important instructions are printed or woven onto the cloth. A pillow label can also be used as a zipper pull.

4) Studded label: This type of label has stones stuck on to it to create a unique effect.

5) Sequential numbered label: Such labels have numbers on each individual label in a sequential manner. This helps in identifying fake products, which have not been produced by the manufacturer.

Labeling is thus an important consideration for a manufacturer. It is ‘silent advertising’ for the garment. The decisions regarding the fabric of the label and the style should be taken after proper consideration of various factors.

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