Spandex (Elastane) in Swimwear: Everything You Need to Know
Spandex—also known as elastane (and popularly by the brand name Lycra)—is the stretchy engine inside modern swimwear. Blended with nylon or polyester, it delivers body-hugging fit, freedom of movement, and shape retention. For most fashion and performance swimwear, a fabric blend of 15%–22% spandex hits the sweet spot; choose nylon/spandex for a soft, premium hand-feel […]
