An Introduction To Lanyards

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Lanyards are pieces of rope, wire, or cloth specifically designed to
attach to objects. They are typically used to secure small items such
as a work badge, key, identification card, eyeglasses, whistle, cell
phone, bottle opener, knife, or compass. A lanyard can be worn around
the neck, arm, waist or wrist. When worn around the wrist, a lanyard
is often referred to as a “wristlet.”

One typical use of a lanyard is to wear it looped around the neck to
secure and display an object that is frequently needed. Securing the
object with a neck lanyard keeps it readily available for use,
provides easy access to the object, and keeps the hands free. In a
business environment, many employees choose to wear lanyards around
the neck to display an identification badge or secure keys. A lanyard
may also be attached to a belt loop to allow the secured object to be
tucked into a pocket.

There are as many lanyard styles available and there are many uses for
them. People who like to differentiate themselves from the “norm” can
have a lanyard custom printed or personalized. A lanyard can be as
simple and inexpensive as a 3/8” shoelace style cord or as extravagant
as a wire strung with expensive crystals and gemstones.

Lanyards are available for purchase through a plethora of suppliers,
and many can be found online. The lanyard business is booming, as many
large businesses continue to purchase lanyards by the thousands for
their employees. Even when custom printed with company names, logos,
symbols, or slogans, lanyards are relatively inexpensive. They serve
as an

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