Man's suit
Brand
Wash N' Wear
c.1959
Nylon seersucker
Museum Purchase
Object numberP88.80.1
Commercially developed in the 1950s, synthetic “wash-and-wear” garments are extraordinarily wrinkle-resistant. The innate fiber properties of many synthetics, like nylon, make these fabrics water-repellant and readily receptive to heat-setting. By reducing the need for routine ironing, energy is saved over the course of a garment’s wearable life.
The “Wash ’n Wear” suit was promoted as being ideal for the man on the go. Nylon suits were a popular alternative to suits made of natural fibers, which required dry cleaning.
DescriptionMan's suit; jacket: black and white pincord; nylon; notched collar; sleeve, two piece long with three button mock vent cuff; center front two button closure; label WASH 'N WEAR; AMALGAMATED CLOTHIERS 342021....; Hangtags-AMERICAN RAG CIE, MEDITERRANEE, PARIS, HOLLANDE, ETATS-UNIS,.... 555-910-1WR-20827E 15.... ASSORTED 0058443. $59.75. Matching trousers; cuffs; zipper fly closure.Collections
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