Women’s shirts traditionally button on the left, while men’s button on the right—a difference dating back centuries.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, wealthy women often had maids dress them, so left-side buttons made fastening easier for right-handed helpers.
Men’s right-side buttons were linked to practicality, movement, and the way weapons were traditionally carried and drawn.
Today, the original reasons have mostly disappeared, but the button placement remains a lasting reminder of how history shaped everyday fashion.