Abstract: A bib having an area surrounding a neck opening which is permanently elongated to provide extensibility and elasticity of the neck opening. The area surrounding the neck opening can include a strainable network. The network can be formed in a laminate of a paper layer and a plastic film layer. The strainable network can have at least two visually distinct regions. The strainable network can provide a flexible and comfortable fit of the bib against a wearer's neck.