Abstract: A fabric covered button of two-piece construction includes a button portion and a collet retainer. The button portion consists of a button head and a stem integrally formed with the underside of the button head. The backside of the button head is provided with an annular recessed cavity about the stem. The collet retainer and the peripheral edge of the fabric are substantially completely disposed within the recessed cavity. The collet retainer is of circular shape with a side wall and a concave top wall with a central hole to receive the stem of the button head.

Abstract: A fabric covered button comprising a button head having a peripheral groove for receiving a locking ring. The fabric is secured to the button head and the marginal edge thereof is retained within the groove by the locking ring.