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The name spandex, which is an anagram of the word "expands", [4] is the preferred name in North America.In continental Europe, it is referred to by variants of elastane. [a] It is primarily known as Lycra in the UK, Ireland, Portugal, Spain, Latin America, Australia, and New Zealand.
The tankini is a swimsuit combining a tank top, mostly made of spandex-and-cotton or Lycra-and-nylon, and a bikini bottom introduced in the late 1990s. [ 42 ] [ 43 ] [ 44 ] According to author William Safire , "The most recent evolution of the -kini family is the tankini, a cropped tank top supported by spaghetti-like strings."
A microkini, also known as a micro bikini, is an exceptionally meager bikini. [citation needed] The designs for both women and men typically use only enough fabric to cover the genitals and, for women, the nipples. Some variations of the microkini use adhesive or wire to hold the fabric in place over the genitals.
A swimsuit is an item of 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. A swimsuit can be described by various names, some of which are used only in ...
A bodysuit is a one-piece form-fitting or skin-tight garment that covers the torso and the crotch. [1] The design of a basic bodysuit is similar to a one-piece swimsuit and a leotard, though the materials may vary. Thong or T-front thong bodysuits usually have the crotch opening moved up to the front to underbelly area to increase the wearer's ...
High-technology swimwear, or tech suits, are scientifically advanced materials used for swimwear in competitive water sports such as swimming and triathlon. Materials of this type are normally spandex and nylon composite fabrics with features to reduce drag against the water. [ 1 ] The fabrics include features that increase the swimmer's glide ...
A mixed-sex pair in their swimsuits, participating in FINA World Championships of synchronised swimming. A woman wearing a racing competitive racerback bikini. Competitive swimwear refers to the swimsuit, clothing, equipment, and accessories used in the aquatic sports of swimming, diving, artistic swimming, triathlon, and water polo.
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. Olefin fibre is a fibre used in activewear, linings, and warm clothing. Olefins are hydrophobic, allowing them to dry quickly.