Activewear & Swim Knits
445 stock qualities · Nylon-spandex & polyester-spandex · 70–470 g/m² · 110–190 cm
Our largest range: four-way stretch knits for yoga and gym wear, swimwear and bikinis, running and cycling, tennis and golf polos, lingerie and shapewear — with a growing line of recycled, biodegradable and bio-based yarns and functional technologies — HeiQ Smart Temp thermo-regulation, GRS-certified recycled yarn, PFC-free water repellency, yarn-level wicking and cooling, collagen and germanium far-infrared yarns, sweat-hiding and shaping compression.
46 recycled, biodegradable & bio-based knits
Recycled polyester and nylon, biodegradable polyester and bio-based nylon — the same four-way stretch performance, with a lower-impact yarn. Yarn certificates on request.
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Nylon (polyamide) with spandex — the smooth, cool, squat-proof base of premium leggings, sports bras and swimwear. Matte, semi-dull and sheen faces; single, double, rib, mesh and jacquard constructions.
Polyester with spandex — durable, colour-fast and print-friendly. Recycled, brushed, cotton-touch and functional (wicking, cooling, thermal) qualities for training, running and outdoor wear.
Modal, lyocell, viscose, cotton and speciality-fibre knits for intimates, loungewear and base layers.
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122 tagged qualities
What each technology label on our covers means. Tap a card to see every quality that carries it.
Frequently asked questions
What activewear and swim knit fabrics does Sublima stock?
Sublima stocks 445 knitted qualities for activewear, swimwear and lingerie: 245 nylon-spandex, 191 polyester-spandex and 9 modal, lyocell and cotton blends, from 70 to 470 g/m² and 110 to 190 cm wide. Every quality has its own page with composition, weight, width, yarn, construction and a reference code.
Do you have recycled or GRS-certified fabrics?
Yes. 46 qualities use recycled polyester or nylon, biodegradable polyester or bio-based nylon, and 15 of them are made with GRS-certified recycled yarn. Filter by "Recycled & bio" or "GRS-certified recycled" above. Yarn certificates are available on request.
Which functional technologies are available?
HeiQ Smart Temp (2), GRS-certified recycled (15), Yarn-level function (16), PFC-free water-repellent (6), Collagen protein yarn (4), Germanium far-infrared (14), Graphene yarn (3), Bamboo charcoal (7), Cationic heather yarn (7), Sweat-hiding (5), One-way moisture transport (4), Heat-storing yarn (11), Mosquito-repellent (5), Anti-static (7), Non-see-through (4), Shaping compression (12). Several are built into the yarn rather than added as a finish, so they keep working after repeated washing.
Can I order these fabrics in my own colour?
Yes. The qualities are held as stock greige and dyed to order. Send the REF code from the product page with your colour, quantity and destination and we quote per order — prices are not published.
Where is Sublima based and how do I request swatches?
Sublima is a knitted-fabric supplier in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, serving garment makers in Vietnam and export customers; VAT invoices are available. Request swatches at info@sublimatextile.com or on WhatsApp / Zalo +84 362 887 928.