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Elastic & Waistbands

Professional Elastic Solutions for Every Application

From braided elastic to specialized lingerie elastics, this comprehensive guide covers 21 different elastic types with their specific applications, material compositions, and technical advantages. Perfect for textile professionals, manufacturers, and designers seeking the right elastic solution for their projects.

 

Braided Elastic

TRES LASTIK

⚙️ Material: Polyester/Rubber

???? Uses: Waistbands, legbands, sleeves, neckbands and swimwear

Features: Used in casing (tunnel) application. Not as thick as woven elastic.

Bra Strap Elastic

LINGERIE

⚙️ Material: Lycra/Nylon

???? Uses: Lingerie, bra straps, and other fine apparel

Features: Smooth, flat, has a decorative sheen. Soft and comfortable against the skin.

Button Hole Elastic

ADJUSTABLE

⚙️ Material: Polyester/Rubber

???? Uses: Children's waistbands

Features: Adjusts waistbands. Button holes are cut into the elastic and are evenly spaced throughout.

Clear Plastic Swimwear

CHLORINE RESISTANT

⚙️ Material: Polypropylene

???? Uses: Swimwear, activewear and seam stabilizer in knits

Features: Light and thin. Chlorine resistant.

Cord Elastic

BEADING

⚙️ Material: Polyester/Rubber

???? Uses: Ski and wind jackets

Features: For beading and gathering, and button loops.

Draw Cord

EXPANDABLE

⚙️ Material: Polyester/Rubber

???? Uses: Waistbands (usually in sportswear)

Features: Soft to the skin. The drawcord will expand to twice the length. Can be secured inside or outside the garment.

Elastic w/ Silicone

NON-SLIP

⚙️ Material: Polyester w/ Silicone Resin

???? Uses: Strapless bras

Features: Sticks to the skin to help prevent the elastic from slipping.

Fold Over

BINDING

⚙️ Material: Nylon/Spandex

???? Uses: Necklines, sleeves, activewear, headbands and encased seams

Features: Acts as an elastic binding. Comes with a channel down the center to allow it to be folded over easily.

Knit Non-Roll

SOFT

⚙️ Material: Polyester/Rubber

???? Uses: Sleeves, waistbands and leg bands

Features: Provides body and shape without stiffness. Soft and will not narrow.

Knitted Elastic

SHAPE RETENTION

⚙️ Material: Polyester/Rubber

???? Uses: Waistbands, belts, suspenders, sleeves and leg bands

Features: Retains shape, stays flat when stretched.

Lingerie Elastic

DECORATIVE

⚙️ Material: Lycra/Nylon

???? Uses: Bra bands and underwear

Features: Soft and comfortable next to skin. Decorative edge.

Lace Elastic

DECORATIVE PATTERN

⚙️ Material: Lycra/Nylon

???? Uses: Lingerie, bras, underwear, and other fine apparel

Features: Soft and comfortable next to skin. Has a decorative pattern, available in a variety of colors.

Maternity Panel

CONVERSION

⚙️ Material: Polyester/Rubber

???? Uses: Waistband area for maternity clothing

Features: Converts regular pants, skirts, etc. into maternity pants.

Non-Roll

FIRM

⚙️ Material: Polyester/Rubber

???? Uses: Sleeves, waistbands and leg bands

Features: Maintains its shape. Extra firm due to sideways running ribs which prevent it from rolling.

Picot Edge Elastic

LOOPED TRIM

⚙️ Material: Lycra/Nylon

???? Uses: Lingerie, bra bands and underwear

Features: Soft and comfortable for skin contact. Contains a decorative looped trim on one side.

Picot Plush

PLUSH EDGE

⚙️ Material: Lycra/Nylon

???? Uses: Bra bands and underwear

Features: Thicker and more secure. Soft plush edge very comfortable next to skin.

Plush Back

EXTRA COMFORT

⚙️ Material: Polyester/Nylon/Spandex

???? Uses: Waistbands, activewear and lingerie/underwear/bra straps

Features: Provides extra comfort when next to skin.

Ribbed Non-Roll

QUICK DRY

⚙️ Material: Polyester/Rubber

???? Uses: Waistbands

Features: Maintains its shape. Extra firm due to sideways running ribs. Dries quicker than Non-Roll Elastic.

Soft Waistband

WOVEN

⚙️ Material: Polyester/Rubber

???? Uses: Fast waistbands

Features: Woven elastic that is soft to the skin. Resists rolling.

Sport Elastic

CHANNELED

⚙️ Material: Polyester/Rubber

???? Uses: Sport and sleepwear waistbands

Features: Comfortable and soft. Has channels running the length so that you can stitch directly onto the fabric.

Swim Reel

CHEMICAL RESISTANT

⚙️ Material: Cotton/Neoprene

???? Uses: Swimwear, wash and wear waistbands and legbands

Features: Not affected by saltwater, chlorine, oil or solvents. Narrows when stretched.