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Lycra & stretch fabric
Out of StockLe prix initial était : 1,75€.1,61€Le prix actuel est : 1,61€.This plain lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Colour: off-white
Sold in units of 10cm length (To order 1m select 10 units)
- 1,90€
This plain lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Shade: cina blue
Sold in units of 10cm length (To order 1m select 10 units)
- 1,90€
This plain lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Shade: navy blue
Sold in units of 10cm (1 unit =10cm)
- 1,75€
This plain lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes or sportswear.
High-density fabric for a sheathing effect.
Shade : camel
Sold in units of 10cm length (To order 1m select 10 units)
- 1,90€
This plain lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Shade: fushia
Sold in units of 10cm length (To order 1m select 10 units)
- 1,90€
This plain lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Shade: violet
Sold in units of 10cm length (To order 1m select 10 units)
- 1,90€
This plain lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Colour: black
Sold in units of 10cm (1 unit =10cm)
- Out of Stock1,90€
This plain lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Colour: red
Sold in units of 10cm (1 unit =10cm)
- 2,30€
This satin lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Shade: blue
Sold in units of 10cm (1 unit =10cm)
- Out of Stock2,30€
This satin lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Colour: chocolate brown
Sold in units of 10cm (1 unit =10cm)
- 2,30€
This satin lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Shade: fuchsia satin
Sold in units of 10cm (1 unit =10cm)
- Out of StockLe prix initial était : 2,30€.1,61€Le prix actuel est : 1,61€.
This satin lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Shade: antique pink
Sold in units of 10cm (1 unit =10cm; to buy 1m select 10 units)
- 2,30€
This satin lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Colour: red
Sold in units of 10cm (1 unit =10cm; to buy 1m select 10 units)
- 2,30€
This satin lycra is the ideal choice for comfortable, hard-wearing swimwear.
Its excellent rebound coefficient ensures optimum elasticity and good support. Soft to the touch, very good quality with a density that will enable you to make one-piece swimming costumes, bikinis or sports swimwear.
Shade: satin green 2
Sold in units of 10cm (1 unit =10cm)
- -15% OffLe prix initial était : 3,20€.2,72€Le prix actuel est : 2,72€.
Very soft, supple, shimmering bi-elastic velvet with heat set sequins. Perfect for making bodies, dancewear, gymwear, leotards but also eveningwear or beachwear ....
A unique, high-quality fabric that will make an impact.
Colour: red (in the photo the fuchsia tip is predominant, while the colour is more red)
Sold in 10cm lengths (To order 1m, order 10 units)
- -15% OffLe prix initial était : 3,20€.2,72€Le prix actuel est : 2,72€.
Very soft, supple, shimmering bi-elastic velvet with heat set sequins. Perfect for making bodies, dancewear, gymwear, leotards but also eveningwear or beachwear ....
A unique, high-quality fabric that will make an impact.
Colour: old pink
Sold in 10cm lengths (To order 1m, order 10 units)
History of Lycra
Lycra, the synthetic fibre that has revolutionised the world of fashion, was invented in the 1920s. 1950s by the American chemist Joseph Shiversworking for DuPont. Initially called "K fibre", this polyurethane-based material quickly won over customers with its exceptional elasticity. Marketed under the name Lycra from 1962 onwards, it has become an essential part of the textile industry.
What is Lycra used for?
Thanks to its great capacity to stretch and return to its original shape, Lycra is used in a multitude of garments:
- Sportswear
- Lingerie
- Mode
- Medicine, medical accessories
How do I sew Lycra?
Sewing Lycra requires a few special precautions:
- Fine needles for stretch fabrics: To avoid damaging the elastic fibres.
- Stretch, zigzag or overlock stitches : For smoother, stronger seams.
Other names for Lycra?
Lycra is a brand name, but this type of fibre can also be called 'spandex' or 'elastane'. Lycra is a brand name, while elastane is the generic name for the fibre.
All Lycra is elastane, but not all elastane is Lycra.
Gradually Lycra became a generic name for all generic textiles comprising lycra or spandex or elastane. This is not technically accurate.
To form a textile, elastane is always combined with other fibres such as polyamide, nylon, polyester or cotton, ...
The choice between synthetic or natural fibres depends on how you intend to use them.
Lycra for lingerie, sports and swimwear
Lycra is ideal because it dries quickly, provides good muscle compression and protects against UV rays.
Lycra swimwear and sportswear are comfortable and durable. Our Lycra fabrics offer a incomparable freedom of movement.
In short, Lycra is a versatile fibre that has revolutionised the textile industry thanks to its elasticity and comfort. It is used in a wide range of fields, from sport to fashion and medicine.
It is increasingly combined with recycled fibres for a more eco-friendly alternative and use - one of the challenges for the coming years - recycling these fibres while preserving their intrinsic characteristics.
Lycra is widely used in the surfing world. In addition to lycra swimwearThis material is often preferred for coveralls and t-shirts. There are also lycra boxer shorts for men and lycra leggings for women.