The discussion around zippers in the Mandalorian and broader Star Wars universe focuses on the balance between and practical costuming requirements . While George Lucas famously mandated a "no zippers, buttons, or laces" rule for the original trilogy, modern productions and costuming organizations like the Mandalorian Mercs have established specific guidelines for their use. Costuming Guidelines for Zippers
There is often debate between what is seen on screen and what costuming clubs require: tmandalorians1hev-zip
Zippers on flight suits or vests must generally be hidden by flaps, velcro, or armor plates to maintain a "seamless" look. The discussion around zippers in the Mandalorian and
On boots and gaiters, exposed zippers are often only acceptable if they are located on the inside or back of the leg and color-matched to the material. On boots and gaiters, exposed zippers are often
Despite the "no zipper" myth, they have appeared on screen in Rogue One , The Empire Strikes Back , and The Book of Boba Fett .