What is nylon fabric? Where is it used in Indian textiles?

Nylon is a fully synthetic fabric — the first truly synthetic fibre, made from petroleum-derived polyamide polymer. In the Indian textile context, nylon is not commonly used for garments directly but plays an important role in specific applications.

Common uses of nylon in Indian textiles:

• Nylon net fabric: Used for bridal veils, hair nets, understructure layers in lehengas and ball gowns
• Nylon lace: Decorative trim on saree borders, kurti hems, and blouse edges
• Nylon-lycra blend: Used in active wear, shapewear, and stretch ethnic bottoms
• Nylon lining: Inner lining of jackets, sherwanis, and structured garments

Compared to polyester: Nylon is stronger and more elastic than polyester but also more expensive. For most wholesale garment applications in India, polyester is preferred over nylon due to lower cost.