Fabric for Activewear
Activewear fabric is defined by stretch and finish more than by weight — the same 184 gsm jersey performs differently once it is wicking or water repellent.
1,450 fabrics · 80–304 gsm · order from 1 yard · swatches in about 4 days
Pick by weight
Weight decides how activewear fabric behaves more than any other spec. These ranges are measured from what we actually stock.
Most ordered for activewear
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Activewear fabric FAQ
What weight fabric is best for activewear?
Most activewear fabric sits between 80 and 304 gsm. Activewear fabric is defined by stretch and finish more than by weight — the same 184 gsm jersey performs differently once it is wicking or water repellent.
Which fabrics are used for activewear?
On SWATCHON, activewear fabric is most often single jersey, ripstop and plain weave. You can filter by construction, fiber composition, weight and stretch to narrow it further.
Can I order a small quantity of activewear fabric?
Yes — order from 1 yard, with no traditional mill minimums. Swatches come first so you can check hand-feel and color before committing to yardage.
How do I check the fabric before ordering?
Order a swatch book for any fabric — every color of that fabric is included, and it reaches you in about 4 days worldwide.