Synthetic Fibres
Fabrics spun from man-made fibres such as polyester and nylon, prized for strength, wrinkle resistance and low cost, but less breathable than naturals.
Fabric
Nylon
A tough, elastic synthetic fibre with high tensile and abrasion resistance — the fabric of hosiery and packs.
FabricPoly-Cotton Blend
A cotton-polyester blend that trades some breathability for wrinkle resistance, strength and lower cost.
FabricPolyester
The dominant synthetic fibre — strong, wrinkle- and shrink-resistant, quick-drying, but low in breathability.
FabricViscose Rayon
A soft, drapey semi-synthetic fibre regenerated from wood pulp — silk-like but weak when wet.