Chinchilla (cloth)
woolen napped material made from fine wool
Chinchilla is a napped material made from fine wool. The surface has tufts very close together.
Synchilla
The development of chinchilla was a milestone in the evolution of fleece. "Synchilla" (Synthetic Chinchilla) was the first generation fleece. In 1985, Synchilla was used in the product "seminal Snap-T pullover" from Patagonia, Inc., which was popular in ski trips across the Northeast.
For many, many years, Synchilla was the Kleenex of fleece, if you will.
Texture
Chinchilla is an imitation of a textile made from the fur of the chinchillas, the South American rodents; the fabric pile is curled up in tufts.
Use
Chinchilla is thick, heavy material preferred for overcoats.
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