Today, we’re told, is the anniversary of the zipper (the clothing technology, not the amusement park ride), though we weren’t able to find any evidence to back this claim up.In fact, the original zipper was patented on November 7, 1891, so our zipper listicle will have to wait a few months.

Not to worry, though, because this presents an ideal opportunity to regale you with stylish incidences of the zipper’s slow cousin, velcro (which was created in 1941 by a Swiss inventor named George de Mestra). Quite literally an elaborate system of hooks and nodes (as seen at right), velcro never really caught on in the fashion world. In our attempt to give velcro some street cred, here are Listicles’ 12 Velcro-Ladden Clothing Designs.

Velcro Belt

In case buckles and loops confuse you.

Velcro Wall Suit

For the day you need to climb a velcro wall – most likely also the day you participate in a Japanese game show.

Velcro T-Shirt

It’s the fridge magnet poetry of tee-shirts.

Velcro Shirt

Because you can still wear velcro and dress nice.

Velcro Polo Shirt

Perfect for partying during spring break.

Velcro Pants

For quick-release action.

Velcro Kid Jacket

In case you can’t keep track of your kid.

Velcro Dog Pajamas

Because your dog isn’t already humiliated enough by your fake-fur fashion obsessions.

Velcro Hat

Because you’re a glutton for abuse.

Velcro Dress Shoes

Literally and figuratively, these are just clown shoes painted shiny black.

Velcro Boots

For the aspiring astronaut in all of us.

Shiny Velcro Sneakers

For the aspiring retro alien in all of us.