Stretch jersey fabric, commonly known as "dresówka," is no longer associated only with sportswear. Dresówka for dresses is increasingly being used, and it is a very practical material that works well for everyday wear due to its light elasticity. The very structure of the knitted fabric is soft, plush, opaque, and pleasant to the touch, which enhances comfort while wearing. Many women today lead a "fast-paced" lifestyle, and dresses made from dresówka allow them to feel comfortable and look beautiful.
What to consider when choosing stretch jersey fabric?
As a sports fabric, dresówka offers a wide selection of material thickness, the proportion of raw materials used, and fabric type. When choosing a knitted fabric, you must ask yourself a few basic questions: will you wear it all year round or only during a certain season? How important is the material composition to you? It’s worth paying attention to the ratio of cotton fibers to synthetic fibers. This is important because cotton allows the skin to "breathe," which in turn increases comfort while wearing clothes. A comfortable stretch jersey fabric in which you will feel like you're wearing a second skin is a very important aspect.
Types of Stretch Jersey Fabrics
The textile market is developing rapidly, and there are several types of dresówka available. The most popular is loopback stretch jersey, which is characterized by medium thickness fabric with thick thread loops that create the backing, called "loops." This type of dresówka is soft, moisture-absorbing, opaque, and has better elasticity along the fibers than across. It is also easy to arrange when sewing. If you don't have much sewing experience, loopback stretch jersey will be an easier material to work with than brushed dresówka. The fabric's weight typically ranges from 240 to 289 g/m².
The aforementioned brushed stretch jersey has a soft nap on the wrong side of the fabric, created by threads that form the backing. These threads are cut and brushed in the final stages of production. This type of dresówka belongs to the category of ribbed fabrics, which means it often has a high grammage ranging from 270 to 300 g/m². The material is dense and slightly elastic in both directions, and it is also lightweight.
Another type is bamboo stretch jersey, an elastic fabric that, in addition to being used for dresses, is also suitable for children's clothing. The fabric is made from bamboo fibers and contains no toxic substances. It is recommended for people with allergies and for children.
A popular type of stretch jersey is viscose stretch jersey. Who hasn’t had a dress made from jersey knit? Not many. This fabric is made from natural fibers, it absorbs moisture well, is very elastic, and allows air to pass through. It also makes an excellent imitation of cotton.
The final type, but by no means the least important, is cotton stretch jersey. It is soft, breathable, and provides great comfort when worn as a dress. It is ecological, suitable for both adult women and girls. The fabric molds to the body, making it elastic and comfortable to wear.
Dress Styles Made from Stretch Jersey
Choosing the right stretch jersey fabric is very important, as each of us has different needs. Just like body shapes, selecting the right dress style is part of the success. Some popular dress styles made from dresówka include:
- Tunic,
- Flared mini (Spanish style),
- Fitted dress with straps,
- Trapeze-style dress,
- Sensual tube dress,
- Girly bubble dress,
- Kimonos.
