Are cotton pants elastic? What kind of fabric has good elasticity?

Pure cotton is loved by many people because of its skin-friendly and breathable properties. Many pants will shrink after washing, so when buying pants, many people are increasingly pursuing the elasticity of the pants. So, are pure cotton pants elastic?

Cotton pants have poor elasticity. In terms of raw materials, the elasticity of pure cotton is the lowest among all fabrics. It is not only lower than synthetic fibers such as polyester, nylon, and spandex, but also lower than natural fibers such as silk and wool. Of course, although the elasticity is not good, its comfort is very good.

1. DuPont Lycra

It is a man-made elastic fiber, the most elastic fabric, which can be extended to 4 to 6 times its original length. It has excellent stretchability and is suitable for blending with various fibers. It can enhance the texture, drape, and wrinkle resistance.

2. Spandex

Although the texture is not as solid as Lycra, its elasticity and softness are comparable to Lycra. It is currently the most commonly used fabric for swimwear and is suitable for mid-priced products.

3. Polyester

It is a polyester fiber with excellent elasticity and recovery. The fabric is crisp, wrinkle-free, has good shape retention, high strength, good elasticity, durable and has excellent light resistance, but it is easy to generate static electricity and has poor dust and moisture absorption.

4. Nylon

It is a polyamide fiber, also known as nylon. It has the best dyeability among synthetic fibers. It is light to wear, has good waterproof and windproof properties, high wear resistance, and good strength and elasticity.

1. Wool

Natural wool fabric is soft and elastic. Wool products have the characteristics of plump feel, good warmth retention and comfortable wearing. Fine wool fibers are thick and stylish, and as the fabric of leggings, it is absolutely warm and will make you convinced. It feels slightly velvety, warm and has a good texture. However, it should be noted that the higher the wool content of wool clothes, the easier it is to shed or pill.

2. Rabbit fur

The fiber of rabbit hair is relatively fine, but it is as comfortable and warm as cashmere. If blended with wool, it is very similar to pure cashmere, which is a good choice. The fiber has a strong velvety feel, and the furry feel is really pleasing to the touch. In addition, the moisture absorption and breathability of rabbit hair fiber are better than other natural fiber wool (wool yarn). It locks in warmth and provides a high level of comfort. Rabbit hair also has the health care properties of maintaining skin. It is a must-have for Buddhist girls to maintain their health. It is much better than a wolfberry thermos cup.

3. Velvet

As one of the traditional Chinese fabrics, velvet must have its own advantages. The luxurious temperament and rich texture create a magical Christmas Eve and festive fashion atmosphere. In addition, velvet has full fluff, fine texture and soft touch. It is elastic, which can solve the bad habits of leggings that often shed and pilling. In addition, the leggings made of velvet are strong and wear-resistant, not easy to fade, and have good resilience. It is still difficult to wear them out. However, since velvet is highly absorbent, you must pay attention to this characteristic when washing.

There is a kind of cotton pants, the outer part is the smooth material of sportswear (polyester, some are cotton), and the inner part is a layer of fleece, not too thick, but very warm. It should be available in sportswear stores (Delhui, Anta, Li Ning...), I suggest you go and have a look in winter.