subject: Lapel Pins Are Popular In Many Segments Of Society [print this page] Lapel Pins Are Popular In Many Segments Of Society
Seems like lapel pins are just about everywhere these days, doesn't it? Ribbon pins to show support for a cause, pins for fraternal organizations, civic groups, you name it. Just about everybody has a few lapel pins.
There's a good reason for that. Lapel pins are a great shorthand, a way to show that people belong to something beyond themselves, that they're a part of a greater universe. Lapel pins are proof that people are a connected, positive being in a vast universe, that they share key traits with others.
Many different types of groups use lapel pins to show membership. Motorcycle club members wear them, as do members of civic groups such as Rotary and Civitan. Fraternal organizations such as Moose, Elks and Freemasons wear lapel pins to indicate they're a part of the group. Fraternity and sorority members wear their organization's pins with pride to show they belong.
Ribbon lapel pins are among the most popular styles today. These are usually worn to show support for social causes. Depending on their color(s), ribbon lapel pins can represent many causes, such as breast cancer awareness, arts programs, and anti-bullying initiatives to name just three. Ribbon pins are available to support just about any imaginable cause.
Yellow or camouflage color lapel pins are commonly worn to show support for U.S. soldiers. Flag pins also are a popular way to demonstrate patriotism and support for U.S. troops abroad.
Many businesses use lapel pins to help maintain workplace morale. Studies have show that workers who don't feel appreciated by their employers are more likely to change jobs. Lapel pins that recognize staff contributions help employers show that workers' efforts are appreciated by management. Many people, for example, wear with pride recognition pins presented for achieving a specified number of years at a particular job.
Christian-themed lapel pins, such as crosses, fish or angels, are a way that many people choose to quietly show their faith to the world. Christmas trees and other holiday symbols are popular lapel pin designs as well. Some churches rely on Christian pins as a way to recognize their hard-working volunteers, choir members or others in the congregation.
Don't forget sports fans! Many love to wear lapel pins to support local teams at every level. Trading pins are a hugely popular aspect of many youth league sports, especially baseball. Olympic Games lapel pins also are widely popular throughout the world.
Several different types of custom lapel pins are available to fit just about any need and budget. Specific styles are best suited for different applications, so the advice of a good supplier of lapel pins can be invaluable.
Die struck lapel pins offer the elegant appearance of an all-metal pin, a popular style for military pins in particular. These pins offer sharp detail, contrast and relief for a classic, distinguished look. Die struck lapel pins are available in several colors.
Cloisonn lapel pins are the highest quality pins available. Die struck from a copper-bronze surface, and with hand-filled colors fired individually at 1,700 degrees F., cloisonn lapel pins offer a fine jewelry quality appearance.
Soft enamel lapel pins feature a look very similar to cloisonn, but because the manufacturing process is less labor-intensive, they are more economical. These are the most common pins used as sports trading pins.
Because they can reproduce fine lines and details in a specific color, offset digital printed pins are perfect for recreating a painting or a photograph as custom lapel pins. Photo etched lapel pins offer an economical style that is perfect for promotional pins.
