Fabric for Leggings
Legging fabric has to stay opaque under stretch. Weight is the usual test — under about 200 gsm most knits go sheer when pulled.
349 fabrics · 148–289 gsm · order from 1 yard · swatches in about 4 days
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Weight decides how leggings fabric behaves more than any other spec. These ranges are measured from what we actually stock.
Most ordered for leggings
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Leggings fabric FAQ
What weight fabric is best for leggings?
Most leggings fabric sits between 148 and 289 gsm. Legging fabric has to stay opaque under stretch. Weight is the usual test — under about 200 gsm most knits go sheer when pulled.
Which fabrics are used for leggings?
On SWATCHON, leggings fabric is most often single jersey, double knit and mesh. You can filter by construction, fiber composition, weight and stretch to narrow it further.
Can I order a small quantity of leggings 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.