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When discussing the "elasticity" of clothing, what comes to mind? Perhaps it's spandex-like elastic fibers, stretch fabrics commonly used in bodycon dresses and sportswear, or the application of elastic materials in garments designed based on ergonomics to fit the body's curves... Elasticity plays a crucial role in providing comfort, fit, and mobility to the human body. The elasticity of clothing affects not only the comfort of wear but also the neat appearance and freedom of movement.

In selecting elastic garments, we often pay attention to key characteristics such as "high elasticity" and "high resilience," often using these terms interchangeably, assuming that the use of elastic materials means garments will always maintain a close fit and shape. However, even garments made with highly elastic materials can experience bulging and wrinkling because, after being stretched, they lose elasticity and cannot return to their original state. This is similar to when we engage in activities that involve extensive movement, like squatting, long jumping, or cycling, which can cause the clothing around the knees and buttocks to deform.

The problem of bulging or wrinkling has a significant impact on everyday wear. Firstly, uneven garments can restrict the free bending of the knees and movement of the buttocks, causing discomfort and constraint for the wearer. Secondly, wearing wrinkled pants can ruin one's appearance, giving off an untidy, unprofessional, and unfashionable impression, especially in situations that require proper attire, like at work or formal events. This can negatively affect one's image. Furthermore, in specific activities such as yoga, running, or working out, bulging and wrinkling pants can interfere with the freedom and comfort of movement, affecting flexibility and performance.

This brings us to a crucial aspect of a garment's elasticity that is often overlooked: "resilience." Resilience refers to the material's ability to return to its original shape and size after being subjected to force. Materials with good resilience can quickly return to their original state after the external force is removed, without permanent deformation or loss of elasticity. Resilience typically involves two key aspects:

1. Shape recovery: Resilience is reflected in the material's ability to return to its original shape after being subjected to force. When an external force is applied, the material deforms, but once the force is removed, materials with good resilience quickly return to their original shape without permanently retaining the deformation.

2. Size recovery: Resilience also involves the material's ability to return to its original size after being subjected to force. This means that when the material is stretched or compressed, it can quickly return to its original length or volume once the external force is removed, without permanently elongating or compressing.

(Surforce nanofilm can stretch more than three times its length and recover 100% of its elongation※; it's like a "spring device" you wear!)

Therefore, when choosing elastic garments, it's essential to distinguish between "high elasticity" and "high resilience," and to pay attention to the garment's resilience. Good elasticity does not necessarily mean that a garment will maintain its shape, but garments with excellent resilience can stay smooth, closely fit the body, and prevent sagging and wrinkling.

※ Data from Lerune Laboratory