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3040 Nylon Spandex Striped Crepe 220gsm — 8% Spandex | Structured Wrinkle-Texture Fabric for Dresses and Outerwear | 63 Inch
How does it feel?
220gsm nylon spandex striped crepe fabric. This is not a flat, smooth fabric. You pick it up and immediately feel the weight. It's heavy. Substantial. The surface has vertical stripes and a natural crepe texture — a dimensional, wrinkled surface that catches the light and adds depth. Run your hand over it and you feel the ridges. 18% spandex gives it serious stretch and recovery — it moves with the body with real authority, not a gentle flex. Snaps back. Holds its shape. 160cm wide, 3 yards per kilo. The low yield tells you it's packed with material. This is the kind of fabric you build a dress around. Not a lining. Not an accent. The main event.
Is it tough? Does it last?
Nylon with 18% spandex holds its own. At 220gsm, it's dense enough to handle regular wear without tearing or thinning. The crepe texture is part of the fabric structure, not a surface finish — it won't flatten out or disappear after washing. The 18% spandex holds its recovery — it won't bag out, sag, or lose its shape after repeated wear. For dresses, jackets, and structured fashion pieces that get worn and washed often, it's reliable. Not built for heavy-duty industrial use, but for what it's made for, it does the job with style and substance.
What can I make with it?
Structured dresses that hold their silhouette. Fashion jackets and tailored coats. High-waisted skirts and trousers. Statement pieces where the fabric itself is part of the design. If you need something lighter and airier, our lighter nylon spandex meshes are better options. If you need maximum compression for activewear, our higher-spandex meshes are the way to go. This one's for when you want heavyweight with a textured, dimensional surface — thick enough to sculpt, stretchy enough to move, textured enough to turn heads.
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Q1. What makes this crepe fabric different from your flat nylon spandex fabrics?
The texture. Standard nylon spandex fabrics have a smooth, flat surface. This crepe fabric has vertical stripes and a natural crinkled texture woven into the structure. It's dimensional, tactile, and catches the light differently than flat fabric. If you want a fabric that looks as interesting as it feels, this is it. The crepe texture also helps the fabric drape differently — it has more body and structure than a smooth fabric at the same weight.
Q2. 18% spandex — how strong is the stretch?
Strong. 18% spandex delivers firm, responsive stretch with excellent recovery. It's not the gentle flex of 6-10% spandex fabrics. It moves with the body and snaps right back. For a heavyweight fabric at 220gsm, this level of spandex gives it real power — it holds, it sculpts, and it stays in shape. If you need maximum compression for activewear, we have options with 28-40% spandex. For everyday fashion pieces, 18% is the sweet spot — strong enough to perform, comfortable enough to wear all day.
Q3. 220gsm — is this considered heavy for a fashion fabric?
Yes. Most fashion fabrics with stretch are in the 120-180gsm range. At 220gsm, this is a heavyweight — more like a light jacket or structured dress fabric. The 3 yards per kilo yield reflects this. If you're making something that needs to hold a silhouette and feel substantial, this weight is exactly what you want. If you need something lighter and drapier for summer dresses, our lighter nylon spandex meshes are better suited.
Q4. Is this see-through? Do I need a lining?
At 220gsm, it's fully opaque. No lining needed for coverage. The dense weave and heavy weight ensure complete opacity, even in lighter colors. If you're making a structured dress or jacket, the fabric stands on its own.
Q5. How does this compare to your nylon spandex swimwear fabrics?
Different purpose. Our swimwear fabrics are built for the water — chlorine-resistant, fast-drying, with a focus on compression and recovery in wet conditions. This crepe fabric is built for fashion — textured, dimensional, with a focus on visual impact and structured silhouettes. Both have spandex for stretch. Pick swimwear fabrics for the pool. Pick this for statement fashion pieces on land.
Q6. Will the crepe texture flatten out over time or after washing?
No. The crepe texture and vertical stripes are part of the fabric structure, not a surface finish. They won't wash out, won't flatten, won't disappear. The texture stays through regular wear and washing. Nylon also holds its shape well, so the fabric won't stretch out and distort the pattern.
Q7. Can I use this for everyday dresses or just statement pieces?
Both. The 220gsm weight and 18% spandex make it comfortable enough for all-day wear. The crepe texture and vertical stripes give it enough character to stand out. Use it for everyday pieces that deserve to be noticed, or for statement pieces that need to make an impact. It works for both.
Q8. Is this fabric suitable for medical or healthcare applications?
No. Our fabrics are designed and produced for fashion apparel and related uses. We do not currently manufacture or supply fabrics for medical, filtration, or industrial applications. If you need medical-grade textiles, we recommend consulting a specialist supplier.