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.
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