polyester cotton blend

[ˌpɑːliˈɛstər ˈkɑːtən blɛnd]
nounpl: polyester cotton blends
mistura de poliéster e algodão
1. A fabric made from a mixture of polyester and cotton fibers, combining the durability and easy care of polyester with the comfort and breathability of cotton
This shirt is made of polyester cotton blend, so it's wrinkle-resistant and comfortable to wear.
Esta camiseta é feita de mistura de poliéster e algodão, portanto é resistente a rugas e confortável de usar.
2. A textile composition typically containing 50-65% polyester and 35-50% cotton, creating a balanced fabric for various garments
The polyester cotton blend fabric is ideal for work uniforms because it's durable and easy to maintain.
O tecido de mistura de poliéster e algodão é ideal para uniformes de trabalho porque é durável e fácil de manter.
Polyester cotton blends are extremely popular in Brazil and Portugal due to the tropical/subtropical climate where breathability (cotton) combined with low-maintenance care (polyester) is highly valued. In the USA, particularly in NYC, such blends are common in workwear and everyday clothing. The fabric represents a practical compromise between comfort and durability in both American and Portuguese-speaking markets.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
poly-cottoncotton-polyester mixblended fabricpoly-cotton blend
Antonyms / Antônimos
pure cotton100% polyesternatural fibersynthetic fiber

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mistura de poliéster e algodão
Most common and standard term used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
tecido misto de poliéster e algodão
More formal descriptor, common in fashion retail
São Paulo
blend de poliéster e algodão
Fashion industry often uses the English loanword 'blend'
Portugal
mistura de poliéster e algodão
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; alternatively 'tecido misto'

Related Words

polyestercottonfabric blendtextileweavefiber contentwrinkle-resistantbreathable

Related Idioms & Phrases

wrinkle-free care
easy-care fabric
best of both worlds (regarding fabric properties)
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