Why so much polyester?

[I'll be brief]

Torchwatch,
Polyester is the only fabric that I have any problems with. If nylon or spandex ever becomes a problem I will be doomed.
Thank you,
I'll be brief

[nudenakiguy]

Originally Posted by I'll be brief

Torchwatch,
Polyester is the only fabric that I have any problems with. If nylon or spandex ever becomes a problem I will be doomed.
Thank you,
I'll be brief

Nudity is the obvious answer

[Torchwatch]

Lycra is the Du Pont trade name for Spandex.
Spandex is made from a fibre incorporating elastane, the elastane makes it stretchy.
You can get many types of Spandex, including Nylon Spandex, Polyester Spandex and cotton Spandex.
As you are allergic to Polyester you will also be allergic to Polyester Spandex.

You have said that many swimsuits have Polyester linings, this would be the white, cream or even black absorbent linings used by Speedo etc. Some brands such as Aussibum line their briefs in the same fabric as the suit itself. The Aussibum Classic is made from Nylon rather than Spandex and is lined in the same fabric. Perhaps you would like this:
http://www.aussiebum.com/swimwear/cl....5-citrus/2949
I have the citrus ones, they are just opaque enough to wear in public, the lighter colours are transparent when wet so beware.

[SDSpeedoLuvr25]

Originally Posted by nudenakiguy

Nudity is the obvious answer

I agree nudenakiguy!! I wish I could swim laps in the nude at my local gym. It would definitely solve all my problems and save me some money from having to replace swimsuits so often.