ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Performance fabrics

Performance fabrics are special types of fabric that are designed to help people do things better. Like how a superhero's outfit helps them fight villains, performance fabrics help regular people do things like exercise or work outside more easily.

These fabrics are made from special materials that have unique properties. For example, some performance fabrics are made from a material called "moisture-wicking polyester." That means they pull sweat away from the body to help keep people cool and dry.

Other types of performance fabrics can protect the wearer from the sun's harmful rays, block wind or rain, or repel bugs. They can also be stretchy to allow for better movement, or have special features like pockets or ventilation.

Performance fabrics can be found in all sorts of things, from workout clothes to hiking gear to furniture upholstery. They help people be more comfortable and confident when doing their favorite activities.