Lurex
Americannoun
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a thin metallic thread coated with plastic
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fabric containing such thread, which gives it a glittering appearance
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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 ● Jan. 11, 2024
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 ● Oct. 4, 2023
Before landing on the stage name Freddie Mercury, the singer performed under the moniker Larry Lurex.
From Salon ● Oct. 9, 2021
And if we could do it in absurd Lurex clothing and platform boots, we can do it in our John Lewis double denim and comfy Campers.
From The Guardian ● Nov. 12, 2018
The answer can be summed up in two words: David Bowie, whose career runs through “Shock and Awe” like real gold thread among all the rhinestones and Lurex.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 8, 2016
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