I’m losing my mind!!! What is causing these holes in my clothes? Some are tiny, while others are much bigger. They keep appearing on more and more of my clothes. 😱😱😱

3. Belt Buckles, Zippers, and Rivets
What it is: Hardware on your pants and jackets can snag and tear your shirts.

How it causes holes: When you sit or bend, the hardware on your pants (belt buckles, rivets, zipper pulls) rubs against the bottom of your shirt. Over time, this friction wears holes in the fabric.

The pattern: Holes appear on the lower front or back of shirts, exactly where they’d rub against pants.

The fix: Tuck in your shirt (prevents rubbing). Wear an undershirt as a barrier. Sand down any rough edges on buckles or rivets. Replace damaged hardware.

4. Sharp Edges on Furniture
What it is: Desks, counters, and tabletops can have sharp corners or rough edges.

How it causes holes: When you lean against a desk or counter, the fabric of your shirt catches on rough spots and tears.

The pattern: Holes appear on the front or sides of shirts, at the same height as the furniture you lean against.

The fix: Sand down rough edges on furniture. Be aware of how you lean. Tuck in your shirt.

5. Moths and Carpet Beetles (The Classic Culprits)
What they are: Fabric-eating insects.