Supplex
A nylon fabric engineered to feel like cotton while retaining nylon performance. Soft, breathable for a synthetic, and quick-drying.
Material Score Breakdown
7-axis material rubric, not a garment verdict — see disclosure below.
How long the fabric lasts with regular use
Softness, feel against skin, wearability
Air flow and ventilation
Heat retention and insulation
Ability to pull sweat away from skin
Environmental impact of production and disposal
How easy it is to wash, dry, and maintain
Products with supplex
We don't have any garments containing supplex in our catalog yet. Browse the full synthetic materials or check the product catalog.
What this score doesn't measure
This is a material rating, not a verdict on any specific garment made from supplex. The axes above are research-backed averages for the fiber itself.
- ×Construction. Yarn staple length, weave / knit structure, stitch count, finishing. Identical fiber, very different garments.
- ×Fabric weight (GSM). A 140 GSM tee and a 220 GSM tee made of the same supplex feel and last very differently.
- ×Dye + finishing chemicals. Beyond the three we flag (PFAS, formaldehyde, antimony), dozens of textile finishes aren't modelled.
Best For
Excellent durability (80) and comfort (70) for office wear
Good comfort (70) and care ease (82) for casual wear
Good moisture wicking (65) and durability (80) for weather protection
Good durability (80) and breathability (50) for outdoor activities
Detailed Use Case Scores
Pros
- ✓ Soft like cotton
- ✓ Quick-drying
- ✓ Resists fading and pilling
- ✓ Good stretch
Cons
- ✗ Still petroleum-based
- ✗ Higher cost than basic nylon
- ✗ Not widely available
- ✗ Microplastic concerns
Better alternatives
Higher-scored synthetic materials. Same category — what to consider instead.
+12 vs Supplex · 76/100
Membrane technology that is waterproof yet breathable. A laminate applied to other fabrics rather than a fabric itself.
+11 vs Supplex · 75/100
Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber — the world's strongest fiber by weight. 15x stronger than steel, used in cut-resistant gear, ultralight backpacks, and high-performance sails.
+10 vs Supplex · 74/100
Waterproof breathable membrane fabric (Gore-Tex, eVent, or similar technology) laminated to a face fabric. The gold standard for rain and storm protection in technical outerwear.
Care Guide
Special Notes
• Cotton-like feel with synthetic durability
• Machine wash and dry — very easy care
Additional Care Tips
- • Machine wash cold (30°C/85°F) on gentle or permanent press cycle
- • Tumble dry on low heat — Supplex dries quickly; remove promptly to prevent wrinkles
- • No ironing needed — Supplex is engineered to resist wrinkles and hold its shape
- • Avoid fabric softener — it reduces the cotton-like hand feel that makes Supplex special
- • Avoid bleach; Supplex retains color well and does not need harsh treatments
- • Store folded or hung; Supplex is very low-maintenance and resists pilling
Cost
$$$$$
Mid-range
Shrinkage
Won't shrink with normal washing
Eco Rating
High environmental impact