Powernet

How it is used

Used in lingerie and support panels; specify stretch direction and firmness for the intended area.

Example sentences

1. The powernet panel gives the back of the bra firmer support.

   A supportive elastic net can have a structural role in the garment.

2. Rotate the powernet pattern piece only if the stretch direction remains correct.

   Directional stretch must match the movement required by the design.

Common collocations

• powernet panel
• stretch powernet

Related terms

• fabricCloth made by weaving, knitting or bonding fibres or yarns together, used to make clothes, home textiles and many other products.
• knittingThe process of making fabric or garments by forming yarn into connected loops, by hand or on circular, flat or warp knitting machines.

More terms: Fibres & Fabrics

• fibre
• cotton
• polyester
• woven
• knit
• composition
• GSM
• denim
• jersey
• elastane
• viscose
• linen