Young Brunette Girl Posing With Textile Fabrics

• Aramid fibre (e.g. Twaron) is used for flame-retardant clothing, cut-protection, and armor.
• Acrylic is a fibre used to imitate wools, including cashmere, and is often used in replacement of them.
• Nylon is a fibre used to imitate silk; it is used in the production of pantyhose. Thicker nylon fibres are used in rope and outdoor clothing.
• Spandex (trade name Lycra) is a polyurethane product that can be made tight-fitting without impeding movement. It is used to make activewear, bras, and swimsuits.