How to ensure custom leggings are squat-proof before bulk production?

How to ensure custom leggings are squat-proof before bulk production?

Ensuring leggings are squat-proof is crucial for customer satisfaction and brand reputation. This requires careful fabric selection, sample testing, and manufacturer expertise.
1. Choose High-Quality Performance Fabrics
Squat-proof leggings require sufficient opacity and stretch recovery. Fabrics like nylon-spandex blends or polyester-spandex blends with a tight knit structure provide both flexibility and coverage. At ohsurewear, we recommend fabrics tested for 4-way stretch, thickness, and compression to prevent transparency during movement.
2. Create and Test Pre-Production Samples
Before bulk production, always develop prototypes in all sizes. Perform squat tests, lunges, and high-movement exercises under proper lighting to ensure coverage. Adjust fabric weight, stitch density, or waistband construction based on the results.
3. Evaluate Construction and Stitching
Seam placement and stitch type affect opacity and stretch. Reinforced stitching at stress points and wide elastic waistbands enhance squat-proof performance while maintaining comfort.
4. Work With Experienced Manufacturers
Partnering with a factory experienced in activewear, such as ohsurewear, ensures garments are engineered for performance and durability. Expert guidance on fabric choice, grading, and finishing significantly reduces the risk of transparency issues.
Final Insight:
Squat-proof leggings are achieved through careful material selection, rigorous sample testing, and expert manufacturing guidance. By collaborating with ohsurewear, brands can confidently move to bulk production with high-performance, opaque leggings that satisfy customers.