Cotton is one of the most versatile textiles available, as it can be combined with multiple fabrics to make them more comfortable and durable. A perfect combination creates the most comfortable fabric known, especially for underwear:
stretch cotton .
It's a fusion of cotton with elastic materials like elastane. The combination of both textiles creates garments that stay in place, allow for mobility, and many other benefits, which we'll discuss below.
Stretch cotton: a blend of cotton and elastane
It's that simple: stretch cotton is created by blending elastane with natural cotton fibers, in an attempt to
combine the advantages of each of these materials .
Elastane was discovered in 1958 by Joseph Sivers, a chemist working at DuPont at the time, who
named it Lycra . It is also known by names such as Numa, Unei, and Dorlastan.
Elastane is the product of a variety of raw materials, including prepolymers. What are the main
characteristics of elastane ?
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It's lightweight. Despite its great strength and versatility, it's a lightweight fabric that weighs little and is very comfortable and soft to wear.
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It stretches to its maximum —in fact, up to 500% of its size without breaking. It also returns incredibly easily to its original shape without deforming, continuing to perform as well as ever.
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It dries very quickly , which is an advantage when we wear garments made of natural fabrics that usually take longer to dry.
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It resists and repels sweat , keeping the body dry and preventing infections and skin damage.
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It is a durable and resistant fabric that does not tear.
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It doesn't wrinkle , so it doesn't need to be ironed. That's good news!
What are the advantages of stretch cotton?
After learning about the benefits of elastane, there's no doubt that combining it with some
type of cotton results in comfortable, breathable, durable, resistant, and very comfortable garments.
Thanks to the stretch cotton, you'll wear men's underwear that
fits your body perfectly , so you won't even feel like you're wearing it. You'll avoid chafing, marks, and discomfort such as rolling up or riding up or down.
On the other hand, stretch cotton is found in
garments that repel sweat , so your intimate area will always be dry and clean, and when you wash your clothes they will dry quickly.
Imagine what can happen when you combine the properties of elastane with those of natural cotton: a unique, comfortable,
quick-drying, and highly durable garment. This is achieved thanks to perfect proportions, like those found in
Abanderado men's underwear made with stretch cotton .
One of the unique qualities of elastane is that
it enhances the qualities of other fabrics, provided it's present in perfect proportions . For example, any garment containing elastane is considered to contain no more than 3% to 7% of the total composition, as otherwise, the garment will be too stretchy and lose its softness and breathability.
At Abanderado, we've achieved balance and perfection
by applying 5% to our fabrics , so you can enjoy high-quality underwear with all the aforementioned benefits. You can try the
stretch cotton boxer pack , available in various shades.
So, if you're looking for comfortable underwear that cares for your body, don't hesitate; stretch cotton underwear will meet all your expectations.
