All Hot Bows are stiffened for extended wear. The unique styling was created for pets, stiffened with a special non-toxic stiffener all Hot Bows are designed to last. Hot Bows are designed using grosgrain, polyester or woven polyester ribbons. Hot Bows either have a 30 mm (approx. 1") French clip or two high quality latex bands on the back. If one breaks, the second is there to continue wearing your favorite Hot Bows. Each bow is handmade in the U.S.A.