LEGGIC FABRIC
Leggings Fabric Guides
Decode nylon, polyester, elastane, GSM, stretch and recovery without turning a fiber percentage into a fake quality score.
Nylon vs Polyester Leggings
Compare nylon and polyester in leggings, including the role of yarn, knit, fabric weight and finishing in comfort, drying and opacity.
Read →Leggings Fabric GuidesPolyamide vs Nylon
Nylon is a type of polyamide. Apparel labels may use “polyamide” in many markets and “nylon” in others, but the exact polymer and textile construction can still vary.
Read →Leggings Fabric GuidesSpandex vs Elastane vs Lycra
Spandex and elastane are common names for the same class of highly elastic fiber. Lycra is a trademark used for certain elastane fibers.
Read →Leggings Fabric GuidesWhat Does 80% Nylon / 20% Elastane Mean?
An 80/20 label tells you the fiber proportions by mass, not whether the leggings are squat-proof, compressive or durable.
Read →Leggings Fabric GuidesWhat Is Four-Way Stretch?
Four-way stretch describes a fabric that stretches meaningfully in both main directions rather than mostly one direction.
Read →Leggings Fabric GuidesWhat Is GSM in Leggings Fabric?
GSM means grams per square meter, a measure of fabric mass per area. It can help compare weight, but it does not independently determine opacity or quality.
Read →Leggings Fabric GuidesWhat Is Fabric Recovery?
Recovery is the ability of a stretched fabric to return toward its original dimensions after tension is removed.
Read →Leggings Fabric GuidesBrushed vs Smooth Leggings Fabric
Brushed fabrics have a raised, softer surface; smooth fabrics keep a sleeker face. The choice changes hand feel, friction and sometimes pilling behavior.
Read →Leggings Fabric GuidesMatte vs Shiny Leggings Fabric
Shine comes from fiber, yarn shape, knit and surface finishing. It is a visual property, not a direct measure of stretch, breathability or quality.
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