BAN-LON is a brand name for a type of fabric that combines the properties of both cotton and polyester, typically featuring a blend of these fibers. This blend offers durability, wrinkle resistance, and a soft feel, making it popular for clothing and home textiles. The fabric is often used in leisurewear, casual clothing, and various other applications where comfort and easy care are desired.
The early 70’s....
Rayon, Nylon, banlon, chicken nuggets
Probably because the waistband thing at the bottom of the shirt exposes any weight that one may or may not have in the stomach area. polos have a looser fit and are therefore more forgiving of the ever expanding American waist.
Oh, dude, nylon was invented in 1935 by Wallace Carothers at DuPont. And no, NY and LON in nylon don't stand for New York and London. They actually represent the two cities where the material was simultaneously developed, New York and London - how original, right?