Lingerie Fabric Guide: Fiber, Structure, Finish and Evidence
By LXSC · Sourcing and product-development guides
A lingerie material description needs more than nylon, cotton, lace or ice silk. Those words do not all describe the same thing. Separate fiber composition, fabric structure, finish and measured properties, then link the specification to the actual component in the bra.
Separate composition, structure and finish
Nylon, cotton and elastane describe fibers. Lace describes a textile structure or decorative construction, not one universal fiber blend. Ice silk is a commercial description that does not identify a single composition. Ask for the actual constituent fibers and percentages rather than converting a marketing name into a material fact.
| Specification layer | Example request | Do not infer |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber composition | Named fibers and percentages for each component | All components use the face-fabric blend |
| Structure | Knit or other construction; lace or mesh where relevant | One fiber name determines airflow |
| Finish | Named treatment and supporting records | Cooling means quick-drying or skin-safe |
| Physical properties | Weight, stretch and recovery with method | A single GSM proves comfort |
| Traceability | Supplier reference, batch and sample code | A generic certificate covers this batch |
Specify each garment component
List face fabric, lining, wings, elastic and pads separately. The product name may highlight cotton while other components differ. LXSC-56A is a catalog reference for a cotton wireless bra, but the current composition percentages still require confirmation. Do not copy a fiber percentage from a similar-looking model.
Compare samples under recorded conditions
Keep equivalent sizes, record the sample identity and use agreed methods for weight, stretch or wash comparisons. Inspect color change, dimensional change and surface appearance separately. User comfort feedback is useful but is not a universal hypoallergenic result. If a performance claim requires formal testing, agree the relevant method and scope with a competent testing provider.
Prepare a material change request
State the original component, proposed alternative, target property and acceptable trade-offs. Ask whether the change affects fit, bonding, color matching, care information, minimums or lead time. Existing catalog models have a 100-piece garment minimum per model, but new material and color sourcing are separately confirmed. Original new-design production starts from 10,000 pieces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ice silk a precise fiber composition?+
No. Request the actual named fibers, percentages and any evidence supporting the claimed finish or performance.
Is lace always made from the same material?+
No. Specify its fiber blend and construction, along with any lining or other garment components.
Send your model or project requirements, quantities, size and color plan, and destination. Julie can confirm the applicable order route and what the quotation includes.
Existing-style wholesale starts from 100 pieces per model. Original-design custom production starts from 10,000 pieces. Color and size allocation, branding and packaging terms are confirmed separately.
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