2025-09-02

What is shiny stretch fabric called?

Professional Classification and Characteristics of Shiny Stretch Fabrics

1. Industry Standard Name
Stretch Satin
Spandex blended in the warp and weft, resulting in a smooth, glossy finish on the front
Commonly used for the hemming of evening gowns and cheongsams
Metallic Coated Jersey
Knitted base fabric + vacuum coating (not standard printing)
Specularly used for stage costumes, reflects iridescent light when bent

2. Gloss Generation Principle

Technique	Visual Effect	Risk Factors
Mercerization	Pearl-like luster with depth	Loses sheen after alkaline cleaning
Laser Etching	Dynamic rainbow refraction	Abraded areas turn chalky white
Resin Calendering	Mirror reflection finish	Cracks above 60°C
Vacuum Metallization	True metallic chrome effect	Peels at fold lines
Crystalline Coating	Diamond micro-sparkle	Cloudiness when humid

3. Functional Variations
Photoluminescent Knit: Self-luminesces after absorbing UV light, used for marking dark areas of security uniforms
Thermochromic Laminate: Develops color in areas exposed to body heat (e.g., palm prints)
Electroluminescent Fabric: Embedded with microcircuits, glows when powered (cyberpunk-inspired clothing)

4. Usage Contraindications and Identification
Fake Glossy Finish Warnings: Ordinary stretch fabric with fluorescent brightener (emit blue light under UV light) Low-quality PVC coating (leaves permanent white marks when folded)
Authenticity Verification Methods: Lightly scratch with a fingernail leaves no marks (high-density scratch-resistant layer) No refractive error when rubbed and unfolded (uniform coating)

5. Special Maintenance Requirements
Cleaning Pitfalls: Dry cleaning solvents dissolve the resin layer → causing stickiness and discoloration Steam ironing causes oxidation of the metal film → graying
Proper Care: Iron at low temperature, reverse side (using a cotton cloth as a backing material) Hang for storage (fold marks are irreversible)