performance fabric

Moisture-wicking workout material

Performance fabric is textile engineered for athletic or outdoor use, designed to wick moisture, resist odors, stretch, or regulate temperature.

The term appears on clothing labels and in marketing for activewear, hiking gear, and sportswear: These shorts are made from performance fabric that keeps you cool.

The category includes materials like spandex blends, moisture-wicking polyester, and breathable mesh.

Related

spandex · sweat · odor control · polyester · quick-dry · compression · second skin · activewear · lycra · yoga pants · mesh · lightweight · durable · synthetic · workout · running · gym · cooling

Opposites
technical functionality

performance fabriccotton

Plant fiber for textiles

natural fiber · wool · linen · silk · absorbent material

intended use context

performance fabricfashion fabric

upholstery fabric · decorative fabric · bedding material · office wear

material origin and processing

performance fabricorganic cotton

Chemical-free natural fiber

virgin wool · homespun cloth

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G