What really is 

seamless activewear?


what really is 

seamless activewear?

 

what really is ribbed seamless?

 



smooth. supportive. adaptive.

smooth. supportive. adaptive.

Seamless is everywhere right now. Seamless leggings. Seamless sports bras. Seamless everything. But what really is seamless? Sure, at its core, it’s a fabric without seams or obvious joins making it the ultimate smooth operator. But what actually makes it different from other fabrications we move in? How does it measure up to normal activewear? And why do we (suddenly!) love it so much?


Whether you’re working out or simply running around town, seamless activewear is a game-changer. Super smooth, supportive and ultra adaptive to your unique body, this innovative technology is changing the way we move — one less seam at a time. Given activewear now doubles as everyday wear, we want our leggings and our crops to be as comfortable as ever.


Here, Nimble’s design team weighs in on why seamless activewear is such a dream. 

Seamless is everywhere right now. Seamless leggings. Seamless sports bras. Seamless everything. But what really is seamless? Sure, at its core, it’s a fabric without seams or obvious joins making it the ultimate smooth operator. But what actually makes it different from other fabrications we move in? How does it measure up to normal activewear? And why do we (suddenly!) love it so much?


Whether you’re working out or simply running around town, seamless activewear is a game-changer. Super smooth, supportive and ultra adaptive to your unique body, this innovative technology is changing the way we move — one less seam at a time.


Given activewear now doubles as everyday wear, we want our leggings and our crops to be as comfortable as ever.


Here, Nimble’s design team weighs in on why seamless activewear is such a dream. 



WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT?

The key point of difference is clearly less seams, but this all comes down to its construction. “Regular activewear is made by knitting lengths of fabric that is then cut to shape, whereas seamless activewear is made on circular knitting machines,” explains Designer & Sustainability Lead, Jarrah Domaschenz. “The knitting technique allows the fabric to contour perfectly around your body, providing super high stretch and recovery with great support.”

In terms of appearance, seamless activewear looks and feels different, too. Like a silky second skin, seamless is soft to the touch, moulding to your body for a super smooth look that is both comfortable and flattering.



HOW IS IT MADE?


Unlike normal activewear which is stitched together, seamless activewear uses a different knitting technique. “Seamless knit garments are knitted to shape on circular knitting machines,” adds Domaschenz. So your favourite pair of Ribbed Seamless 7/8 Leggings have been spun on a machine dedicated to tubular shapes.



WHAT LEVEL OF WORKOUT INTENSITY IS IT SUITABLE FOR?


Seamless leggings and seamless sports bras are perfect for mid to high intensity workouts due to their strong stretch, durability, breathability and naturally supportive nature. As seamless activewear naturally takes on the shape of the body, it doesn't restrict movement or disrupt your workout experience allowing for better performance and a full range of motion. Basically it flexes the way you do.



WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SEAMLESS ACTIVEWEAr?


So how do seamless leggings and seamless sports bras measure up when it comes to their non-seamless counterparts? Well, they’re extra supportive for one. “The knit structure provides a supportive hold on the body,” says Felicity Gillespie, Nimble’s Senior Designer.

In traditional manufacturing, problems usually arise at seam level: we’re all too familiar with a good ol’ loose stitch or torn seam. But given seamless activewear doesn’t use traditional stitching methods, these types of common design flaws disappear. Less seams, less problems. Given its snug, form-fitting nature, seamless activewear also keeps you warmer in cooler months. But, importantly, the fabric breathes — meaning you won’t overheat when working out (or simply running errands — also sweaty pursuits!).

The other key benefit of seamless is that it’s gentler on the planet. “There’s actually less wastage with seamless,” adds Gillespie. “It cuts down the fabric wastage as it only knits what is needed. There’s less labour required, too.”

Better for the planet, supportive and with the ultimate second-skin feel — what’s not to love? Time to embrace less seams.

what makes it different?

HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR PUFFER

The key point of difference is clearly less seams, but this all comes down to its construction. “Regular activewear is made by knitting lengths of fabric that is then cut to shape, whereas seamless activewear is made on circular knitting machines,” explains Designer & Sustainability Lead, Jarrah Domaschenz. “The knitting technique allows the fabric to contour perfectly around your body, providing super high stretch and recovery with great support.”

In terms of appearance, seamless activewear looks and feels different, too. Like a silky second skin, seamless is soft to the touch, moulding to your body for a super smooth look that is both comfortable and flattering.

HOW IS IT MADE?

Unlike normal activewear which is stitched together, seamless activewear uses a different knitting technique. “Seamless knit garments are knitted to shape on circular knitting machines,” adds Domaschenz. So your favourite pair of Ribbed Seamless 7/8 Leggings have been spun on a machine dedicated to tubular shapes.

WHAT LEVEL OF WORKOUT INTENSITY IS IT SUITABLE FOR?

Seamless leggings and seamless sports bras are perfect for mid to high intensity workouts due to their strong stretch, durability, breathability and naturally supportive nature. As seamless activewear naturally takes on the shape of the body, it doesn't restrict movement or disrupt your workout experience allowing for better performance and a full range of motion. Basically it flexes the way you do.


WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SEAMLESS ACTIVEWEAR 

COMPARED TO OTHER ACTIVEWEAR?

So how do seamless leggings and seamless sports bras measure up when it comes to their non-seamless counterparts? Well, they’re extra supportive for one. “The knit structure provides a supportive hold on the body,” says Felicity Gillespie, Nimble’s Senior Designer.

In traditional manufacturing, problems usually arise at seam level: we’re all too familiar with a good ol’ loose stitch or torn seam. But given seamless activewear doesn’t use traditional stitching methods, these types of common design flaws disappear. Less seams, less problems. Given its snug, form-fitting nature, seamless activewear also keeps you warmer in cooler months. But, importantly, the fabric breathes — meaning you won’t overheat when working out (or simply running errands — also sweaty pursuits!).

The other key benefit of seamless is that it’s gentler on the planet. “There’s actually less wastage with seamless,” adds Gillespie. “It cuts down the fabric wastage as it only knits what is needed. There’s less labour required, too.”

Better for the planet, supportive and with the ultimate second-skin feel — what’s not to love? Time to embrace less seams.


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