Spandex
Also: Elastane, Lycra
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A highly elastic synthetic fibre (polyurethane) that stretches many times its length and recovers, blended in small percentages into wovens and knits for stretch.
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Acetate
A semi-synthetic fibre made from cellulose acetate, offering silk-like sheen and drape at low cost but weak wet strength and low heat tolerance; common in lining fabric.
Acrylic fibre
A synthetic fibre engineered to mimic wool's warmth and softness at lower cost, lightweight but prone to pilling and heat sensitivity.
Modal
A regenerated cellulose fibre from beech tree pulp, softer and more shrink-resistant than viscose, often blended into knits for underwear and loungewear.
Nylon
A strong, elastic synthetic polyamide fibre with high abrasion resistance, used in activewear, linings and hosiery; melts rather than burns under heat.
Polyester
A synthetic petroleum-based fibre valued for durability, wrinkle resistance and low cost; woven or knitted alone or blended with natural fibres.
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