Synthetic and technical fabrics for modern designs
Synthetic fabrics are technically manufactured textiles, mostly based on polyester, polyamide, polyacrylic, or elastane. They are considered tear-resistant, dimensionally stable, wrinkle-resistant, and easy to care for. At Stoffgroßhandel Armbrüster, you can find them as Italian designer fabrics, ranging from polyester and microfiber to coated and functional qualities.
Not every design works with pure looks alone. Some models need to perform reliably in motion, in daily life, or under stress. This is exactly where synthetic and technical fabrics show their strengths: They combine performance with a modern, precise effect.
Synthetic and technical fabric types
Fabric group | Examples | Well suited for |
|---|---|---|
Polyester | Polyester crêpe, satin, taffeta, jacquard | Versatile, easy-care fashion |
Microfiber | Fine polyester and polyamide qualities | Lightweight, quick-drying models |
Softshell and scuba | Dimensionally stable, elastic functional fabrics | Modern, clearly defined silhouettes |
Coated fabrics | Oilskin, waxed cotton, PU-coated | Jackets, coats, bags, weather protection |
Mesh and net fabrics | Mesh fabric, powernet | Sportswear, layering, costumes |
Is polyester a good material?
Yes, in many areas polyester is a very good material. It is durable, colorfast, easy to care for and wrinkle-resistant, and dries quickly. It is especially strong in blends: combined with cotton, viscose, or linen, technical reliability meets a softer feel and more beautiful drape.
Typical advantages of synthetic fabrics
Synthetic fabrics score above all with resilience and ease of care:
- High tear resistance and durability
- Good dimensional stability and low tendency to wrinkle
- Easy to care for and often quick drying
- Depending on quality, elastic or weather-resistant
- Versatile, from flowing to compact and functional
Why our synthetic fabrics are special
Many of our synthetic and technical fabrics come from Italy and from high-quality textile backgrounds, which is immediately apparent from the clean finish. These are limited designer deadstock fabrics with real provenance, not run-of-the-mill standard goods. And because the feel, stretch, and material effect are best judged in person, our field service employee comes to you with the fabrics for you to touch.
Frequently asked questions about synthetic and technical fabrics
What are synthetic fabrics?
What are synthetic fabrics?
Synthetic fabrics are technically manufactured textiles, mostly made of polyester, polyamide, polyacrylic, or elastane. Their fibers are produced by controlled processes and can be specifically tailored to certain properties, such as strength, elasticity, or ease of care.
What are the advantages of synthetic fabrics?
What are the advantages of synthetic fabrics?
Synthetic fabrics are usually tear-resistant, dimensionally stable, wrinkle-resistant and easy to care for, and many dry quickly. Depending on the quality, elasticity or weather resistance may be added. This makes them especially suitable for sportswear, outdoor, and functional fashion.
For which clothing are synthetic fabrics suitable?
For which clothing are synthetic fabrics suitable?
Synthetic and technical fabrics are suitable for sportswear, outdoor clothing, stage costumes, and functional collections. They are also often used in high-quality everyday fashion in blends, when a model needs to be durable and easy to care for.
What is microfiber?
What is microfiber?
Microfiber consists of especially fine fibers, mostly made from polyester or polyamide. This results in fabrics that are light, soft, quick-drying, and have a pleasant feel. They are well suited for modern, functional designs.
What are coated fabrics?
What are coated fabrics?
Coated fabrics such as oilskin, waxed cotton, or PU-coated qualities have an additional layer that makes them more robust and weather-resistant. They are particularly suitable for jackets, coats, and bags.
Can I view synthetic designer fabrics on site?
Can I view synthetic designer fabrics on site?
Yes. Our field service employee comes to you with the fabrics, so you can directly check surface, feel, stretchability, and shape retention. You can order these qualities as fabrics by the meter starting from 6 meters per fabric.