Nylon is a generic designation for a family of synthetic polymers, based on aliphatic or semi-aromatic polyamides. It is a thermoplastic silky material that can be melt-processed into fibers, films, or shapes. It is made of repeating units linked by amide links similar to the peptide bonds in proteins. Nylon polymers can be mixed with a wide variety of additives to achieve many different property variations. Nylon polymers have found significant commercial applications in fabric and fibers (apparel, flooring and rubber reinforcement), in shapes (molded parts for cars, electrical equipment, etc.), and in films (mostly for food packaging). Reference: Wikipedia
Marcel Rochas Haute Couture, 1952 NYLON DRESS BLACK EMBROIDERED DRESS MARCEL ROCHAS HIGH SEWING, 1952, A BLACK SATIN EVENING GOWN WITH NYLON CLOTH OVERLAY, EMBROIDERED WITH SIMULATED RAFFIA, HORSEHAIR AND STUDDED WITH JET GLASS BEADS
Sold for 4,000 EUR at Sotheby’s in 2015
Fluorescent lime green viscose-nylon blend micro-mini dress, sleeveless, with deep cut-away armholes. The hem, side seams, neck and armholes are bound with hot pink. Lined in rayon
This bold minidress was worn by the fashion journalist Marit Allen. In 1964, Marit joined British Vogue, where she stayed for ten years as editor of the hugely influential “Young Idea” pages. Many young and innovative designers, such as John Bates, received their first significant exposure through Marit, who not only gave them magazine space, but happily wore their clothes herself, such as this tiny micro-minidress During the 60s, Bates designs were at their most modernistic. The most futuristic of his mid-60s designs featured bare midriffs, sheer panels, and very short hemlines. Marit credited him as the creator of the miniskirt, rather than Mary Quant or Courregés. This fluorescent green micro-minidress is made from a shiny nylon-blend fabric with a machine-like sheen. The simple straight-cut silhouette, deep armholes, and contrasting pink binding to the seams emphasise its sporty youthful quality.
Reference: © Victoria and Albert Museum
Giorgio Sant ‘Angelo Black Nylon Dress American, early 1970s Centered by a decollete lycra bodysuit, the set in long sleeves and long skirt of tiered and ruffled mushroom pleats, size 6, labeled: Giorgio Sant ‘Angelo. Excellent condition.
Sold for $780 (includes buyer’s premium) at Doyle New York in 2006
Prada Blue Multicolor Nylon Canvas Camo Print Tote
Crafted out of blue multicolor camo nylon canvas, dual flat handles, and silver-tone hardware. Authentic.
Sold for $1,400 at Seized Assets Auctioneers in 2019
Evening ensemble 1977 Norma Kamali American In an inventive combination of informality and grand effect, Kamali exploits the silver and dove silk of parachute cloth for evening wear. She creates an inflated silhouette akin to eighteenth-century fashioning in the fullness and curtainlike drape of the abundant fabric. Kamali contrasts the utilitarian material with the lavishness of a profligate billowing skirt. Jumpsuit (1978.163.1a-d) in background of same materials also by Kamali, created especially for Diana Vreeland to be displayed in the exhibition “Vanity Fair.”
Reference: The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Woman’s girdle Designed by: Contessa Di Roma (American)American1945–53
Black girdle with lace and metal side zipper. Labeled: “Contessa Di Roma/ style 904/ length 15 + 3/ size 27/ $20.00/ Front panel: 100% nylon/ elastic/ nylon/ rubber/ cotton/ satin/ rayon/ lastex/ Exclusive of decoration/ Made in USA 460”
Reference: Museum of Fine Arts Boston
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