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Supplex
C
A nylon fabric engineered to feel like cotton while retaining nylon performance. Soft, breathable for a synthetic, and quick-drying.
Material Score Breakdown
Material-quality rubric (6 axes), not a garment verdict — see disclosure below. Sustainability is a separate Eco score, shown apart.
64/100
DurabilityAbove-average80
How long the fabric lasts with regular use
ComfortAbove-average70
Softness, feel against skin, wearability
BreathabilityWeak50
Air flow and ventilation
WarmthPoor35
Heat retention and insulation
Moisture WickingTypical65
Ability to pull sweat away from skin
Care EaseAbove-average82
How easy it is to wash, dry, and maintain
Sustainability (separate Eco score)
SustainabilityPoor22
Environmental impact of production and disposal
Brands using supplex
1 brand has products in our catalog whose composition contains supplex. Sorted by how many garments they offer with this fiber.
Brand grade = average overall score across all of their products containing supplex.
Products with supplex
See all →Top-scored garments in our catalog whose composition contains supplex. Click through for the full quality + health + eco breakdown.
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
👔Formal/Office
ExcellentExcellent durability (80) and comfort (70) for office wear
👕Everyday Casual
GoodGood comfort (70) and care ease (82) for casual wear
🌧️Rain/Weather
GoodGood moisture wicking (65) and durability (80) for weather protection
⛰️Outdoor/Hiking
GoodGood durability (80) and breathability (50) for outdoor activities
Detailed Use Case Scores
activewear80
everyday68
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.
Gore-TexB
+12 vs Supplex · 76/100
Membrane technology that is waterproof yet breathable. A laminate applied to other fabrics rather than a fabric itself.
DyneemaB
+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.
HardshellB
+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
Washwarm (40°C)
Cyclepermanent press
Detergentregular
BleachDo not bleach
Drytumble low
Ironlow
Dry Cleanavoid
SoftenerNo
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