Key Takeaways
- GK Elite offers a variety of signature fabrics like SoftLux, Mystique, Primatex, SubFuse, and DryTech, as well as premium fabrics like Velvet, Rib, and Mesh.
- GK Elite’s embellishment options include standard leotard crystals, premium Swarovski® crystals, Spanglez™, and embroidered thread colors.
For over four decades, GK Elite has provided athletes around the globe with best-in-class gymnastics leotards. Our mission from the start has been to design and craft leotards that athletes genuinely want to wear.
From high-performance stretch fabrics that let you leap and soar to dazzling gymnastics leotard embellishments that enhance presentation and confidence, our leotards empower you to conquer your dreams.
Planning a purchase? Here’s a guide to the differences in leotard fabrics and embellishments!
Frequently Asked Questions
Leotard Fabric Glossary
Let’s start with a leotard fabric guide.
SoftLux
SoftLux is our softest, most buttery-smooth fabric. Not only is it unbelievably comfortable, but it has moisture-wicking properties, too.
Mystique
Mystique is our shiny, shimmery fabric that produces a holographic effect that catches the light. Mystique is especially dazzling when adorned with leotard crystals!
Primatex
Primatex is a fantastic all-around leotard fabric that’s soft, stretchy, and breathable.
SubFuse
SubFuse is the perfect fabric for sublimation prints because it bonds with sublimation inks, producing a crisp, vivid image that won’t crack, peel, or fade.
Velvet
Our special velvet delivers the look and feel of velvet, but with the breathability and stretchiness athletes require.
Mesh
Mesh leotard fabrics are often used for the sleeves on our gymnastics competition leotards. Mesh is light and breathable, and it provides a sheer look that exudes elegance.
Holographic
Holographic designs on leotards shimmer and shine in the light.
Foil
Foil designs on leotards are used to produce a holographic effect.
Matte
A matte design simply means the leotard fabric doesn’t shine. It showcases a classic, smooth look.
Sublimation Prints
Sublimation printing is when the fabric is infused with ink. Because the material itself is dyed, the image or color never fades, cracks, or peels.
Leotard Embellishments
Gymnastics leotard embellishments put the finishing touch on your wearable work of art! Some stock leotards include embellishments, plus they can be added to any of our special order apparel.
Premium Swarovski® Crystals
Genuine Swarovski® leotard crystals are perfect for athletes who really want their leotard fabrics to stand out. These dazzling crystals are truly iconic, producing a larger-than-life sparkle. You know it when you see it!
We have three options:
- Shaped Swarovski® crystals are available in 7 distinct shapes.
- Premium Swarovski® crystals are available in 18 colors.
- Vibrant Swarovski® crystals are available in 6 vibrant colors.
Standard Crystals
Standard crystals are anything but ordinary, offered at an affordable price! Available in clear or colors, they add a larger-than-life sparkle to your apparel.
Spanglez™
Spanglez™ are perfect if you want some sparkle to catch the light. They’re specially designed to be exceptionally lightweight and flexible.
Embroidery
Our leotard fabrics can be embroidered with your team logo and in your team’s colors, too.
Shop The Best-In-Class Gymnastics Leotards
Now that you’ve had the leotard fabric and embellishment types explained, shop our leotard collections or design your own team leotard today!
