FABRIC FOR SWIMSUITS
Popularity In London
The original Helanca fabric was first introduced into Britain in the form of tigbt-fittinig elasticised ski pants which allowed ample stretch yet defied “seating.” writes a London correspondent. The new Helanca fabrics, which are now produced in London under licence from their Swiss originators, include boucle and thicknit, in addition to modified yarns in Which a percentage of the stretch is removed and a greater bulk obtained. Mile upon mile of yarn is twisted and heat-set into myriads of microscropic curls which give a full stretch yet have a full recovery. It is not surprising that this material has become so popular with the swimsuit industry as it gives ample support to the figure without restricting movement. In leisure wear, too, the fabric comes into its own with figurefitting slacksuits —sleeveless tops with matching matador pants. Another new idea which might well “catch on” is a camisoletop swimsuit with a matching full-length overskirt which can also be used as a caipe.
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Press, Volume XCIX, Issue 29367, 21 November 1960, Page 2
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