Disguises weren’t just fun as a child, adults also have fun in costumes and cosplays. Make-up pencils and warm one-pieces are a thing of the past especially in cosplay, comic; TV or film fans take their costumes to the next level. But even classic carnival clubs are increasingly relying on handmade costumes. And since you can have the fabrics individually printed, unique looks are no longer problems whether for cosplay or carnival. So that you can make the right choice in terms of fabric, here are the top carnival fabrics for you. The Men Captain America Costume is the best deal there.
The properties that all these fabrics have in common are mainly stretchability, flexibility and excellent printing results. From flowing lycra to solid neoprene, let our selection inspire you.
Lycra: Flowing & Matt
Here, the name speaks for itself. The flowing & matt Lycra has the highest percentage of elasticity of all Lycra fabrics. This means that the material is not only incredibly flexible, but also dimensionally stable so it always springs back into its original shape. With a weight of 210 g / m², the fabric is thinner and lighter than Scuba, but is also ideal for superhero costumes. Bodysuits and dance costumes can also be made from the stretchable and air-permeable material. Thanks to the matt surface, this fabric is also suitable for men’s outfits.
Glitter Lycra Fabric
Even with the shimmering Lycra, the name says it all. With a weight of 160 g / m², the shimmering version is a little lighter than the flowing, matt Lycra. The fabric is therefore super light on the skin and elegantly hugs your curves. The glossy surface reflects light in a unique way, creating a futuristic effect. This Lycra fabric lies comfortably cool on the skin, which, together with an inner lining, makes it perfect for superhero outfits. The Fat Thor Costume is perfect there.
Neoprene
The firm and adaptable structure of neoprene makes this fabric perfect for accessories and items of clothing that should have a firm shape. If you want to make armor, helmets or masks, for example, then neoprene fabric is the right choice. It is 3 to 4 mm thick, weighs 1000 g / m² and is completely opaque. The material itself is black, but the right side is covered with white jersey fabric so that it can be printed true to the original. With these properties, neoprene is definitely one of most popular carnival fabrics.
Scuba Carnival Fabric
The stretchy scuba fabric is perfect for skin-tight superhero costumes. The fabric adapts perfectly to your curves, is flexible and super comfortable. Due to its relatively heavy weight of 275 g / m², Scuba is also completely opaque. Colors come into their own on the pure white surface. The material is pleasantly cool and soft on the skin, so that you can impress with your cosplay or costume even at high temperatures.
Crushed Velor
Give your outfit a dramatic touch with crushed velor. The short, soft pile has a strong shimmer, be it in the printed or unprinted state. The printed motifs are given a metallic effect, which makes this fabric perfect for futuristic costumes. If you’re looking for stretch carnival fabrics, crushed velor is a really unique choice. The material is the most stretchy velvet manufacturers have on offer. From collars and gloves to leggings or bodies, create cosplays with that certain something with crushed velor.