Buttonology Inc.
Premium Buttons, Buckles & Zippers for Every Design
Ships from NYC
Manhattan's Garment District
Free Shipping Over $150
All U.S. addresses
5–7 Business Day Lead Time
In-stock orders ship today
Italian-Made Since 2005
20+ years of button expertise
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Physical sample cards of the buttons in our Italian catalog, with the real buttons, article numbers, sizes and colors on every card. $20 a card, $30 for real horn, shell and bone.
In stock in New York
Ships out today.
These articles are always in stock on our shelf in the Garment District. Order by 2pm ET on a business day and they leave the same day.
Ships todayRivershell, Shape 17
As low as$0.27 / pc
Ships todayMother of Pearl Buttons — Shape 17
As low as$0.50 / pc
Ships todayKey Shell, Shape 17
As low as$0.27 / pc
Ships todayTroca Shell, Shape 17
As low as$0.35 / pc
Ships todayPremium Horn Sewing Button (Art. 17527)
As low as$0.52 / pc
Ships todayArt. E3404
As low as$0.37 / pc
Ships todayAgoya Shell Buttons – 20L (12.5mm) 4-Hole
As low as$0.20 / pc
Ships todayCorozo Buttons 28L (18mm) 4-Hole — Bulk Closeout
As low as$0.25 / pc
Ships today · limitedArt. 4527, Polyester 4-Hole Buttons
As low as$0.20 / pc
Ships today · limitedArt. 128, Polyester 2-Hole Buttons
As low as$0.20 / pc
Art. 4527 and Art. 128 may ship the same day. Limited quantity available.
All in stock
The On Sale section
Every item on sale is already here in New York.
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Order by 2pm ET, business daysShips from our Garment District showroomFree U.S. shipping over $150
Bring Your Own Fabric
Got a fabric you can't stop thinking about? Send it our way and we'll turn it into a bold, waist-cinching belt with a buckle to match — handmade in NYC, ready in about a week.
Mystery by the Pound
A surprise pound of buttons, scooped at random from decades of our stock — shell, horn, wood, metal and more, vintage finds to modern overruns. A treasure hunt for crafters, makers, and collectors. Sold by the pound, never the same twice.
Exclusive Seasonal Collection
Italian-made buttons across 49 exclusive style cards, spanning fashion metals, shell, crystal, novelty and classic suiting. Every style is made to order in Italy with a 3 to 4 week lead time. Contact us for pricing and minimums.
Sustainably Sourced · Italian Craftsmanship
Natural Button Materials
Premium Italian buttons made from horn, corozo, shell, and more — responsibly sourced and available at the click of a button.
COROZO · TAGUA NUT
Corozo Buttons
Sustainable Italian-finished tagua nut buttons — a natural, eco-friendly choice for blazers and coats.
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BAMBOO
Bamboo Buttons
Lightweight bamboo and olive wood buttons — renewable, natural, and perfect for cardigans and casual wear.
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OLIVE WOOD
Olive Wood Buttons
Italian olive wood buttons with beautiful natural grain — ideal for heritage and artisan garments.
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MOTHER OF PEARL
Shell Buttons
Lustrous mother of pearl and shell buttons — iridescent finishes for dress shirts and formalwear.
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BUFFALO HORN
Horn Buttons
Genuine Italian buffalo horn buttons — rich natural tones for blazers, sport coats, and suits.
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COCONUT SHELL
Coconut Buttons
Hand-carved coconut shell buttons — warm brown tones, perfect for knitwear and bohemian designs.
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Best-Selling Italian Buttons
The button styles that designers and tailors reorder most — premium Italian craftsmanship, available by the piece or in bulk.
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Premium Horn Sewing Button (Art. 17527)
$0.52
/ pc
as low as
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Mother of Pearl Buttons — Shape 17
$0.50
/ pc
as low as
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Burnt Olivewood Buttons (Art. 3799)
$0.50
/ pc
as low as
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Sustainable Real Horn Buttons (Art. 1032)
$0.58
/ pc
as low as
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Art. 10417, Corozo Sustainable Buttons
$0.37
/ pc
as low as
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Art. 12780
$0.22
/ pc
as low as
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Mussel Blue Shell Buttons — Premium Quality
$0.40
/ pc
as low as
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Polyester · Metal · Glass · Denim Hardware
Engineered Buttons & Closures
Italian polyester resin, polished metals, hand-pressed jean buttons, and pearls — durable closures for every garment and project.
JEAN BUTTONS
Jean Buttons
Heavy-duty tack buttons and rivets built for denim — wholesale and single-piece.
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POLYESTER RESIN
Polyester Resin Buttons
Durable Italian polyester buttons — every color, size, and finish for production runs.
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METAL
Metal Buttons
Metal buttons for jackets and coats — brass, nickel, and antique finishes from Italy.
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SHANK BUTTONS
Traditional Shank Buttons
Italian shank buttons in resin, metal, and covered styles — perfect for blazers and outerwear.
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UREA RESIN
Urea Resin Buttons
Premium urea buttons with natural horn-like appearance — a cost-effective Italian alternative.
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BUCKLES & HARDWARE
Buckles
Fashion buckles and garment hardware in metal, resin, and covered styles.
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From raw horn to polished shell — see the craftsmanship in every piece before you buy.
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Visit Our Showroom
Buttonology has supplied designers, tailors, and fashion houses with premium Italian-made buttons from Manhattan's Garment District since 2005. Speak to a Buttonologist in person — we'll help you find the right material, size, and finish for your project.
Thousands of styles in horn, corozo, shell, pearl, metal, and polyester — all available to see, touch, and compare before you buy. Singles, sample cards, and wholesale quantities ship same week.
Location
NYC Garment District
Since
2005
Appointment
Preferred
Trusted by Designers & Tailors
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Bonnie Segal
Teddy's buttons are spectacular. A wide range of all kinds of buttons to choose from. Excellent quality and the team is always helpful with custom requests.
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Cheryl Childress
Helpful staff, wide selection. I've been coming here for years for all my button needs. The quality of the Italian-made buttons is unmatched.
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Naomi Nomi
We use Buttonology for all of our shirting. The quality of their natural shell and corozo buttons is exactly what our brand needs — every piece feels intentional. Jesse and Jonah are incredibly knowledgeable and always help us find the perfect match.
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Margaret Liu
Buttonology never ceases to amaze! I've been a proud customer for years. Their horn and corozo buttons are absolutely beautiful — true Italian craftsmanship. No one else in the Garment District comes close.
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David Stern
Outstanding service and premium products. The free shipping and fast turnaround made my experience seamless. I source all my buttons from Buttonology for my menswear line — highly recommend for any designer.
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Sarah Kim
Found exactly what I needed for my clothing line. The eco-friendly selection is fantastic and the team really knows their materials. Love that everything is Italian-made. Will definitely be back.