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Spandex was developed in the United States in the 1950s. However, it wasn't until the 1970s and 1980s that spandex pants became a popular fashion statement.
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Whats the origin of spandex?
Spandex was invented in 1959 by Joseph Shivers, a chemist working for the chemical giant Du Pont. Spandex was invented in 1959 by Joseph Shivers, a chemist working for the chemical giant Du Pont.
What country does lycra come from?
Invented in 1969 in Waynesboro, Virginia at DuPont's laboratories. First called Spandex.............spandex is a type of pants...........
When was spandex invented?
Spandex was invented by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company in the late 1950's.Thank you E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company! Volleyball thanks you! (men too)accually spandex was invented by a scientist named Joseph c. shivers in 1959. It is a common misconception that e.I du pont nemours and company first invented spandexwell really, spandex was invented by Joseph Shivers in 1959 and he worked for the chemical giant DuPont.
Types of spandex?
Spandex is a synthetic fiber. There are different types of Spandex fabric. The two most common is Two-way Spandex and Four-way Spandex.
Why bicycle were invented?
To permit faster travel than walking. And to have an excuse to wear Spandex pants. Just kidding about the pants.
Is spandex fire resistant?
Yes some spandex is waterpoof
What was spandex originally meant for?
Spandex, also known as Elastane and Lycra, was originally invented as a material for foundation garments which would expand and contract with the body rather than pinching on movement. It is now in many garments for both men and women.
Where do they sell spandex?
Usually you can get spandex shorts from volleyball tournaments
Is spandex a natural or synthetic fiber?
Spandex is a synthetic fibre.
What is translation for Spandex in Spanish?
The translation for spandex in Spanish is: licra.
Is spandex flammable?
no, spandex is completely flame retardant. the only way to prove it for sure is to wear spandex and light yourself on fire.
Is spandex a natural fabric?
No, spandex is a synthetic fibre. Or 'man made'.
