Lurex

American  

[loor-eks] / ˈlʊər ɛks /

Trademark.

1. a brand of metallic yarn, made of laminated aluminum foil and transparent film sliced into narrow strips.

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Lurex British  

/ ˈlʊərɛks /

noun

1. a thin metallic thread coated with plastic

2. fabric containing such thread, which gives it a glittering appearance

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Example Sentences

On her worktable lay swatches of the silk and Lurex she would soon use to render her paintings and drawings into textiles.

From New York Times

With a versatile sporty-to-tailored-to-dance floor silhouette, the collection was blinged up with kaleidoscopic crystal-covered tanks or trousers, or shimmery shaggy lurex coats that mix light and motion.

From Seattle Times

From Elton John’s auction in February, “Good-bye Peachtree Road”: An ivory and gold ensemble made by the designer Annie Reavey, 1971, in padded Lurex.

From New York Times

Liebes collaborated not just with architects and designers but with major brands like Lurex and DuPont.

From Seattle Times

Lurex woven fabrics, for example, in dazzling jewel tones designed to look handwoven, were favored for swimwear and raincoats, as well as washable clothing.

From Seattle Times