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Laces in Intimate Apparel: Types, Uses, and Trends
Are you ready to dive into the enchanting world of laces? For centuries, lace has been a favourite choice for designers and consumers alike, adding a touch of elegance, femininity, and attraction to any intimate apparel. What’s more, laces come in both rigid and stretch forms, making them functional, affordable, and adaptable for all body types.
In this blog post, we’ll take you on a journey through the different types of laces in intimate apparel, exploring their uses and highlighting the latest trends in the industry. So, whether you’re a lace lover or just curious about this timeless materials, sit back, relax, and get ready to learn all about lace lingerie.
TYPES OF LACES
Laces used in intimate apparel are available in various types, designs, and fabrics that include but not limited to:
- French Leavers Lace: French Leavers lace is the most expensive version of lace used in intimate apparel due to its exquisite beauty and hand finishing.
- Galloon Edged Leavers Lace: This type of lace is made from 66% cotton and 34% nylon. This type of lace is popular due to its cost-effectiveness and versatility.
- Jactronic Lace: Jactronic lace is made using the Jacquardtronic® machine, which produces laces with a wide variety of patterns and functional properties such as controlled compression. This type of lace is desirable for many different body shapes.
- Textronic Lace: Textronic lace is thicker and heavier than Jacquard lace and is identifiable from other types of machine lace due to its 3D effect. This type of lace is popular for intricate patterned lace fabrics.
- Multibar Electronic Lace: Multibar Electronic Lace is a popular type of lace due to its stretch characteristic and soft handle. Besides, it is quite cheaper than Jacquard or Textronic Laces.
USES OF LACES
Laces in intimate apparel are not just for decoration; they also serve functional purposes such as:
- Narrow Lace: Narrow lace trims are used to decorate hems and details seams, and can be 2-10cm wide.
- Allover Lace: Piece or allover lace is full width 150 cm and is often cut and used as a fabric rather than a trimming.
- Eyelash Lace Trim: Eyelash lace trim is 3-30 cm wide and is often used on fashion bras and panties.
TRENDS IN LACE
In recent years, there has been a shift towards more sustainable and eco-friendly lace production. Start-ups and entrepreneurs in the intimate apparel industry are exploring new materials and processes to reduce their carbon footprint. Recycled laces, organic cotton laces, and low-impact dyeing methods are some of the emerging trends in lace production.
Another trend in the intimate apparel industry is the use of lace in unconventional ways. Laces are no longer restricted to trims and embellishments but are now used as the primary fabric in lingerie pieces. The use of allover lace in bralettes, bodysuits, and gowns is becoming increasingly popular among consumers.
The process of lace production is complex and involves several stages: design, weaving, lab dip, dyeing, heat setting, cutting, and packing. Lace designing has evolved with the use of computer-aided design (CAD) technology, which allows for intricate and complex lace patterns. The weaving stage involves multi-needle lace machines that use different thread feeds to produce the desired pattern.
Lab dip and dyeing are critical stages that ensure color consistency and match all components used in intimate apparel. Heat setting is done to finish the lace to a specific width and handle, while cutting and packing complete the process, ready for use in the manufacturing of intimate apparel. Furthermore if you have any queries with laces, don’t hesitate to ask.