Types of Fabric Used for Swimsuits

By nature, swimsuits are among the simplest bits of clothing out there; if you retain your dignity at the beach and look good doing it, consider your mission accomplished. Because it toes the line between utility and fashion, swimwear has a hidden layer of complexity: A quality swimsuit should not only look great, it needs durable, stretchable and water-resilient fabric. For both men and women, most suits feature a blend of different fabrics – including natural and synthetic materials – and each brings distinct qualities to the table.

If you pick up a swimsuit off the rack, there's a pretty good chance it contains nylon. This lightweight manufactured fiber offers a lot of stretch and hearty moisture-wicking capability, making for speedy drying times. On the flip side, nylon swimwear may fray or fade after prolonged sun exposure.

Spandex lends itself to a great deal of modern swimwear, though it's typically not the sole fabric. As part of a material blend, soft and light spandex ups the swimsuit's stretchiness; the more spandex in the suit, the more shape-hugging it is. This makes it a vital component in competitive swimwear. Spandex slims the figure, but chlorine takes a toll on its elasticity over time.

Polyester, not nearly as common in swimwear as its stretchier brethren, looks similar to nylon but is heavier and not very stretchable. Man-man polyester earns high marks for durability, but it's a thirsty fabric, which may weigh down your swim. Modern polybutylene terephthalate, or PBT, reduces absorbency, speeds up drying times and amps up the elasticity.

Early swimwear was made of wool or cotton, and the latter fabric can still help you nail the vintage look. While comfortable and retro-chic, cotton swimwear isn't quite as form-fitting as stretchier options, and it doesn't hold up well to chlorine. For a more durable, curve-hugging middle ground, seek a cotton blended with spandex or polyester.

Modern men's and women's swimwear sometimes packs a twist. Tan-through fabrics feature thousands of tiny holes that allow light penetration but look opaque when worn tight against the skin. On the opposite end of the spectrum, sun-protective fabrics, which cater specifically to fair-skinned folks, children and outdoor enthusiasts, disrupt ultraviolet rays. These materials are ranked by their ultraviolet protection factor on a scale of 15 to 50 or above.

What is the swimsuit

Swimwear is clothing designed to be worn by people engaging in a water-based activity or water sports, such as swimming, diving and surfing, or sun-orientated activities, such as sun bathing. Different types may be worn by men, women, and children. Swimwear is described by a number of names, some of which are used only in particular locations, including swimsuit, bathing costume,swimming costume, bathing suit, swimming suit, swimmers, swimming togs, bathers, cossie (short for “costume”), or swimming trunks for men, besides others.

A swimsuit can be worn as an undergarment in sports that require a wetsuit such as water skiing, scuba diving, surfing, and wakeboarding. Swimsuits may also be worn to display the wearer’s physical attributes, as in the case of beauty pageants or bodybuilding contests, and glamour photography and magazines like the annual Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue feature models and sports personalities in swimsuits.

There is a very wide range of styles of modern swimsuits available, which vary as to body coverage and materials. The choice of style may depend on community standards of modesty, as well as current fashions and personal preferences. Swimwear for men usually exposes the chest, while suits for women do not.

Contents

1Materials

2Swimsuit styles2.1Unisex styles2.2Women’s swimsuits2.3Men’s swimsuits

3Body coverage

4Competitive swimwear

5Swimwear and hygiene

6History6.1Pre-20th century6.220th century

7Alternatives to swimsuits

8See also

9References

10External links

Materials

Rayon was used in the 1920s in the manufacture of tight-fitting swimsuits,[1] but its durability, especially when wet, proved problematic,[2] with jersey and silk also sometimes being used.[3]

In the 1930s, new materials were being developed and use in swimwear, particularly latex and nylon, and swimsuits gradually began hugging the body.[4]

Swimsuit styles

In western culture, men’s swimsuit styles include boardshorts, jammers, swim trunks, briefs or “speedos”, thongs, and g-strings, in order of decreasing lower body coverage.

Women’s swimsuits are generally described as one-piece, monokini, bikinis, or thongs. While they go through many trends in pattern, length and cut there is not much modification to the original variety of suit. A recent innovation is the burqini, favored by some Muslim women, which covers the whole body and head (but not face) in a manner similar to a diver’s wetsuit. These are an updated version of full-body swimwear, which has been available for centuries, but conforms withIslam’s traditional emphasis on modest dress. In Egypt, the term “Sharia swimsuit” is used to describe full-body swimwear.[5]

Neoprene Makes Waves as the Summer's Hottest Swimsuit

Neoprene. It sounds like something you might put in your gas tank, but it's really the hottest suit at the beach this season—in every respect. Earlier this year, curvaceous model Elle Macpherson sported a black, thigh-high neoprene number on the cover of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, and at that point there was no turning back. From the chichi Hamptons to the funky boardwalks of Venice Beach, America's tautest bodies are now on the prowl in skimpy somethings made of rubbery stuff that used to be strictly wet-suit material. 

"There's something escapist in the look—attractive, sexy, adventurous," says Macy's fashion director, Joan Kaner. Observes Robin Piccone, designer for Body Glove, a Los Angeles-based manufacturer that was first on the beach with neoprene in 1986: "Women who wear these suits look like they belong in a James Bond movie." This year Body Glove, now competing for the wet-suit-look market with Too Hot Brazil and Jag, expects to pull in $12 million from neoprene alone. 

Basic frogman black is a favorite with customers, but so are suits in Day Glo colors including fuchsia, lime, yellow and turquoise. Besides the classic one-piece, neoprene also comes in bustier bikinis and cropped tops with tiny, zip-front skirts. Prices are generally in the $50 range. 

The look may be chic, but the style has its drawbacks. Pure neoprene is too heavy for sunbathing, so manufacturers were forced to cook up a thinner version—a rubber product bonded to nylon. Yet even the substitute is for masochists only. The fabric doesn't breathe, and on hot days it tends to deep-fry the wearer. Some women have complained that the synthetic rubber gives them rashes. "Neoprene isn't real comfortable," concedes Katy Nishida, a Santa Monica teenager. "It's mostly for looks. But it's very sexy." 

If neoprene survives in the swimsuit market, vanity will deserve all the credit. Among other things, the fabric offers the old-fashioned control Grandma used to get from a girdle. "The better your body, the better you'll look," advises Joan Kaner, "but these suits offer support. No one has to be centerfold material to wear them." 

5 THINGS YOU SHOULD BE DOING DAILY DURING SUMMER

How does one stay happy? It’s a very subjective question; however, both of us live by a very simple formula: Happy=Healthy. So keeping this basic idea in mind, we have put together a short list of must dos that anybody can follow this summer in order to achieve this goal:

1. Cleanse and moisturize: Never ever go to sleep with your makeup on. Always wash your face and follow up with a rich moisturizer to nourish dry skin from the summer heat.

2. SPF: We cannot stress the importance of sunscreen enough! Even if you’re not outside sunbathing, wear sunscreen on your face every time you leave the house to combat sun damage and premature aging.

3. Hydrate: It’s essential to sip on H2O all day long. We suggest carring a refillable water bottle with you everywhere you go. Try to drink 2-3 liters of water a day.

4. Sweat it out: Do some form of physical activity every single day. This doesn’t necessarily mean to hit the gym every day, it can be anything you choose! Dancing, walking your dog, going for a hike, taking your favorite yoga class –just something to get your muscles moving.

5. Meditate: Whether it be first thing in the morning when you wake up or right before you go to sleep, take a few minutes out of the day to slow down, listen to your breath, and think about some of the things you are grateful for.

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