Hidden Stories Behind Features On Everyday Objects

👟 Those tiny holes on Converse All-Stars…

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If you’ve ever owned a pair of Converse, you’ve probably noticed these two little holes on the side of the shoes. It turns out, these two are designed to allow you to get creative with lacing techniques, like zig-zagging them across the whole width of our feet. The second use of the holes is to provide much-needed ventilation. Another theory is that if the shoes don’t fit properly, you can tighten them up by using these two holes. 👟


🍅 Paper condiment cups…

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Have you ever asked yourself why fast-food restaurants use such tiny cups for ketchup and mustard? Based on the number of fries they serve in even their smallest size container, clearly, they are aware that you’ll be needing just a little bit more dipping sauce. So then, why the folded paper cups? It all comes down to the purpose of those folds. When you unfold the paper cups, they turn into small paper platters that can hold a great deal more sauce for all your dipping needs. Nifty, right? 🍅


🏄‍♀️ That loop on the back of men’s dress shirts…

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There are some shirts that contain a piece of cloth in the form of a loop. This was actually designed so you can hang your shirts on a hook in a dressing room or even a closet. It’s a perfect solution when you don’t have any hangers left. 🏄‍♀️