The postwar period was the golden age of man-made fibres. For a time they were not only seen as being convenient, but classy as well. With new synthetics coming on the market every day, manufacturers were anxious to promote their fashionable qualities. In 1962 Du Pont commissioned fashion illustrator Tod Draz to do these stylish advertisements for their acrylic fibre trademarked "Orlon".
"Orlon inspires new Tweed Tones for autumn"—knitted suit with contrasting raised ribbing. Created by Playfair in pure Orlon.
An "essentially simple overpull" (overpull?) knitted in Orlon by Allen Solly and available from Aertex. "Wash it and wear it, wear it and wash it—ORLON will keep it in shape."
Lightweight cricket sweater with a skirt in the same stitch. "Knitted in pure ORLON acrylic fibre by SUSAN SMALL".
"A washable version of that versatile favourite, the jersey two-piece". In 70% Orlon with wool by Duala.
"Washable midi-suit" by Peggy Page, made "of double jersey, 70 percent ORLON with wool". Available for around 9 guineas from John Barker at Kensington "and good stores everywhere".
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