What are Seamless clothes?
- We explain seamless
- Advantages of seamless
- Uses
- 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 item is knitted on a circular knitting machine (there are a few exceptions, but they are rare). This means every single garment is knitted as a tube. A pair of leggings, a singlet, or a sports bra are knitted in the same way.
What determines the quality of a seamless 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
- Cut & Sew (done by hand)
- Quality control
Common English terms used when talking about seamless activewear production:
- Knitting
- Circular Knitting Machine
- Seamless
- Gauge abbreviated as GG (measurement of the density between the needles on a knitting machine)
Yarn
The yarn is crucial for the quality and fabric properties. The choice of yarn depends 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 stitch the needles knit is determined by the design.
A technician must manually prepare the machine for production. The yarn must be set up, 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 garments are elastic, breathable, and durable. This happens through the technology that ties the yarn together strongly by using parallel loops connected in a zigzag pattern.
Dyeing
Dyeing and treating the fabric is important for the fabric's comfort and properties. Dyeing is done when the seamless garment is a tube.
Cut & Sew
After dyeing, the tube is cut and sewn. This results in a finished and usable seamless garment. All items require this manual process. Seamless leggings, underwear, sports bras, and tops must be cut and sewn before they can be worn.
Quality Control
Good quality control should detect defects before garments are packed and shipped to Norway. All our Seamless garments go through three quality controls.
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When the tube is fully knitted
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When the tube is dyed
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When the garment is cut and sewn
Advantages 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 different textures designed in advance.
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Efficient production and less manual work. The circular knitting machine knits a pair of leggings in under 10 minutes. Pattern pieces are eliminated.
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Wide range of yarns with technical properties. Natural fibers can also be used.
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An evolving technology
Uses
Seamless activewear is soft, has a good fit, and feels incredibly comfortable against the skin. For people with high demands for comfort and freedom of movement, seamless is a great workout garment.
We make seamless leggings and seamless tops for all physical activity. 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 effectively transports moisture. But even the best seamless activewear must be handled properly. If you do activities that involve friction against objects or surfaces, we recommend using something other than seamless leggings. We recommend these leggings if you are going for a tough CrossFit session, or if you risk exposing your leggings to asphalt or other uneven 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 give you many comfortable experiences and workout sessions over a long time.
Seamless underwear and socks
In the past, seamless machines were mostly used for the production of socks and underwear. Socks are made using the same method as seamless clothes, but they 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 provide you with the latest and best in seamless activewear. Feel free to send us feedback or questions about our products or seamless production.
Seamless leggings
Famme offers a wide selection of seamless training leggings to best satisfy our customers’ needs. The variety includes, among other things, 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, among others, our best-selling Vortex Leggings and Vortex 2 which has thicker fabric and more compression. If you want training leggings with a good shaping effect, we recommend checking out our Scrunch Leggings collection. They lift the butt and offer a great fit!
Seamless sports bra
Among the selection of sports bras we have, there are also several seamless options. With a simple and elegant design featuring few seams, we recommend the seamless bra for training with low to medium intensity.
One of our best-selling sports bras is the wireless Seamless Bralette and Power seamless top which suit well for everyday wear or low-intensity training like yoga or brisk walking. The Elevate Sports Bra and Camo sports bra are better suited for training with somewhat higher intensity as they provide good support, for example, for strength training.