Product Features
HS ALF supplies 100% polyamide brushed lingerie fabric developed for intimate apparel, corsetry, shapewear, bra components and other garment applications where a soft, low-bulk surface is required against the body. The material is commonly described in the industry as brushed nylon fabric, nylon brush back, brushed nylon tricot or brushed raschel fabric, depending on the exact knitted construction and finishing process.
A key application is the skin-contact side of bra and corset hook-and-eye closures. Industry suppliers commonly use nylon tricot on the face and nylon brushed fabric on the back because the brushed side provides a softer contact surface next to the skin. The same soft backing concept is relevant in corset panels, shapewear, bustiers and other close-fitting garments where seams, metal components or reinforced zones can otherwise feel harsh during wear.
The brushed surface is created by raising the fibers and can then be sheared to control pile height and surface uniformity. A low-pile, precision-sheared finish is especially useful in lingerie because it provides a soft hand without creating excessive thickness under close-fitting garments. The objective is not a plush fleece effect, but a controlled, smooth surface that supports comfort while preserving a slim garment profile.
100% polyamide offers high abrasion resistance, good tensile durability and a smooth hand for repeated garment use. Because polyamide absorbs less moisture than many natural fibers, it can dry relatively quickly after washing; however, moisture-management performance depends on the final fabric construction, weight and finishing process. For the same reason, thermal performance should be specified by fabric weight and structure rather than assumed from fiber content alone.
In bra manufacturing, brushed polyamide fabric can be used behind hook-and-eye closures, around reinforced seams, in selected underwire or channel areas, and as a soft-facing layer where the garment needs a smoother interface with the body. In corsetry and shapewear it can be used in inner-facing zones, closure backings and other areas exposed to repeated pressure and friction. For thermal underwear and bodywear, a brushed surface can contribute to a warmer hand by trapping small air pockets, but the final warmth level depends on GSM, knitting density and pile construction.
For industrial buyers, important specification points include fiber content, knit construction, width, GSM, stretch behavior, pile height, shearing level, color, roll length, dimensional stability and compatibility with sewing, lamination or hook-and-eye assembly processes. HS ALF can evaluate OEM/ODM requirements based on reference samples, target dimensions, color standards and intended garment use.
Unlike generic brushed fabrics intended for outerwear or fleece garments, lingerie brushed fabric must balance softness with thinness, surface consistency and processability. This is particularly important when the material is laminated, folded, stitched or combined with metal hooks, eyes, underwire channels or reinforcement tapes.
For B2B sourcing, HS ALF positions this material as a technical lingerie component fabric rather than a general-purpose textile. Buyers searching for polyamide brushed lingerie fabric, brushed nylon tricot, bra hook-and-eye backing fabric, corset lining fabric or nylon brush-back fabric can use the page to evaluate the material by construction, finish, application and manufacturing requirements.
Applications
100% Polyamide Brushed Lingerie Fabric | Nylon Raschel Brushed Fabric is suitable for lingerie production, bra manufacturing, corsets, shapewear, swimwear, garment accessories and professional textile fastening applications.
Manufacturing Options
This product can be supplied with custom size, color, coating, material and production specifications according to customer requirements.
OEM and Custom Production
Custom sizes, colors, coatings, materials and private label production are available for global lingerie, bra, swimwear and corset manufacturers.