Flatseam construction
Flatseam or flatlock-style construction can help reduce bulk and friction in high-contact areas, such as leggings and fitted tops.
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How Do I Choose the Right Seam Type for Yoga and Training Activewear?
SEAM CONSTRUCTION
Choose the seam type according to fabric stretch, thickness, garment position, skin contact, expected load, and type of movement.
For close-fitting yoga and training apparel, the construction should stretch with the fabric without thread breakage, excessive puckering, or restricting movement.
Overlock construction
Overlock seams are commonly used to join stretch-fabric panels efficiently and should be selected with the garment’s stretch and recovery in mind.
Coverstitching
Coverstitching is often used for hems, bindings, and selected topstitching where stretch, finish, and appearance need to work together.
Reinforced seam areas
Reinforced seams or bartacks may be needed around pockets, straps, gussets, and other points exposed to higher load or repeated movement.
Seam performance depends on more than the stitch type
Confirm seam allowance, thread type, stitch density, needle selection, fabric thickness, and fabric recovery together. The same stitch construction can perform differently when the fabric, tension, or garment area changes.
What to confirm during sample testing
Stretch and recovery
Check that the seam extends with the fabric and recovers without thread breakage or visible distortion.
Comfort against the skin
Check bulk, friction, pressure, and seam feel in close-contact areas during intended wear.
Movement and stress
Test the sample during stretching, squatting, training, and other relevant movements for the style.
At Call The STYLE, seam construction can be selected according to the garment design, fabric, activity, comfort requirements, and expected stress points. Final construction should be confirmed through sample fitting, stretch testing, and movement testing before bulk production.
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