What are Seamless clothes?
- We explain seamless
- Benefits of seamless
- Applications
- Famme seamless
- Seamless leggings
- Seamless sports bra
We explain seamless activewear
Seamless activewear is made using the same method, but the quality is influenced by several different factors. We explain each of the different processes. Every seamless garment is knitted on a circular knitting machine (there are a few exceptions, but they are rare). This means that each garment is knitted as a tube. A pair of leggings, singlet, or sports bra is knitted in the same way.
What determines the quality of a seamless pair of leggings? All the points below affect the quality of seamless garments. Read more about our best seamless leggings and which one to choose here.
- Yarn
- Design and setup of the circular knitting machine (SANTONI)
- Dyeing
- Cutting & Sewing (done by hand)
- Quality control
Common English terms used when talking about seamless activewear production:
- Knitting
- Circular Knitting Machine
- Seamless
- Gauge abbreviated GG (measurement of the density between the needles on a knitting machine)
Yarn
The yarn is crucial for the quality and properties of the fabric. Yarn is chosen depending on the garment's purpose and desired quality. It is common to combine different types of yarn. We are proud to collaborate with one of the best yarn producers in the world. Our partner Fulgar SpA in Italy specializes in Nylon 6.6 and other technical yarn types. They are known for their quality and sustainable production.
Design & Setup
All seamless garments are designed in a computer program before being knitted by the circular knitting machine. This design determines the different knit textures and measurements. Every single stitch the needles knit is defined by the design.
A technician must manually prepare the machine for production. The yarn must be set up and adjusted, defective needles replaced, and the machine cleaned and programmed for the respective garment.
Warp knit
Warp knit seamless is a technique within seamless production that ensures the garments are elastic, breathable, and durable. This is achieved through technology that joins the yarn strongly by using parallel loops linked together in a zigzag pattern.
Dyeing
Dyeing and treating the fabric is important for the fabric's comfort and properties. The dyeing is done when the "seamless garment" is still a tube.
Cutting & Sewing
After dyeing, the tube is cut and sewn. This is how a finished and wearable seamless garment is made. All items require this manual process. Seamless leggings, underwear, sports bras, and tops must be cut and sewn before they can be used.
Quality Control
Good quality control should identify defects before the garments are packed and shipped to Norway. All our Seamless garments go through three quality checks.
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When the tube is completely knitted
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When the tube is dyed
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When the garment is cut and sewn
Benefits of Seamless Activewear:
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Fewer seams
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Less waste during production
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Unlimited design possibilities. The circular knitting machine knits all the various textures designed in advance.
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Efficient production and less manual labor. The circular knitting machine knits a pair of leggings in under 10 minutes. Pattern pieces are eliminated.
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Wide selection of yarns with technical properties. Natural fibers can also be used.
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A developing technology
Applications
Seamless activewear is soft, fits well, and feels incredibly comfortable against the skin. For people with high demands for comfort and freedom of movement, seamless is a great activewear garment.
We make seamless leggings and seamless tops for all physical activities. This includes strength training, running, and yoga. Therefore, we have chosen to use exclusive materials that make the garment extra comfortable. It is lightweight, soft, and transports moisture effectively. But even the best seamless activewear must be treated properly. If you do activities involving friction against objects or surfaces, we recommend using something other than seamless leggings. We recommend these leggings if you are doing a tough CrossFit session, or if you risk your leggings getting the taste of asphalt or other rough surfaces.
No seamless garment likes to come into contact with Velcro, animal claws, or other sharp objects. These can damage the surface. Your seamless activewear should provide you with many comfortable experiences and workout sessions for a long time.
Seamless underwear and socks
Historically, seamless machines were mostly used for producing socks and underwear. Socks are made by the same method as seamless clothes but are cut and sewn differently. The machine that produces socks is also a circular knitting machine, just much smaller.
Famme Seamless
We keep updated on new yarns and knitting techniques to give you the latest and best in seamless activewear. Please send us feedback or questions about our products or seamless production.
Seamless leggings
Famme offers a wide range of seamless activewear leggings to best satisfy our customers' needs. The variety lies in color, fit, and fabric thickness. Regardless of which model suits you best, all our seamless leggings are made from Fulgar's Lamicrofibra. This is a Nylon 6.6 yarn with extremely fine filaments that make the leggings comfortable to train in.
The seamless leggings we offer include our best-selling Vortex Leggings and Vortex 2, which has thicker fabric and more compression. If you want leggings with a good shaping effect, we recommend checking out our Scrunch Leggings Collection. They give your butt a lift and a great fit!
Seamless sports bra
Among the sports bras we offer, several are also seamless. With its simple and elegant design with few seams, we recommend the seamless bra for low to medium intensity training.
One of our best-selling sports bras is the wire-free Seamless Bralette and Power seamless top which are great for everyday wear or low intensity training, such as yoga or brisk walking. The Elevate Sports Bra and Camo sports bra are better suited for higher intensity training as they provide good support, for example strength training.