Swimwear Fabric Sun Protection Riviera Xtra Life LYCRA®


UPF 50+ highly fashionable, technical Italian matt Nylon with Xtra Life LYCRA®. Riviera offers 180 hours Chlorine resistance plus excellent shape retention combined with an ultra-soft hand feel and exceptional comfort. Riviera is also resistant to sun creams and perspiration and offers protection against UV rays. These features make this fabric ideal for fashion swimwear, sunbathing swimsuits and cruise collections.
Relaxation of up to 5% is to be expected on all Elastane-based fabrics and is not claimable on Eclipse Textiles. 5% relaxation allowance should be calculated into stock requirement figures.
Indent colours available Ex-Italy with a 1 roll minimum. Custom batches also available.
Sample cards are available upon request.
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Garments exposed to high levels of Chlorine
Performance swimwear
Fashion swimwear
Triathlon wear
Swimwear Fabric Sun Protection Riviera Xtra Life LYCRA®


Riviera Xtra Life Lycra® Ultra-Soft Garments That Are Always In Shape
A high fashion fabric that takes swimwear to the next level. Great appearance, ultra-soft hand feel, high Chlorine resistance, perfect fit and the guarantee of quality offered by Carvico make Riviera Xtra Life LYCRA® a must for glamorous and trendy women’s swimsuits.
The excellent wearability and shape retention offered are two important features that ensure maximum comfort, and an excellent look for your garments over time. These features combined with an ultra-soft hand feel, make it perfect also for light-weight-control underwear and for fashionable active wear. Also, for your well-being and pleasure, Riviera Xtra Life LYCRA® protects you against UV rays (UPF 50+).
With the added benefits of Xtra Life LYCRA®, your suit keeps its beautiful shape longer and is higher in Chlorine resistance compared to ordinary Elastanes.
// Soft and silky hand feel
// Excellent shape retention over time
// Perfect fit
// Exceptionally comfortable
// Maximum Chlorine resistance
// UPF 50+ sun protection
// Excellent breathability
// Quick drying
// Premium quality Carvico product
// Branded Xtra Life LYCRA®
Swimwear Fabric Sun Protection Riviera Xtra Life LYCRA®


The Secret Behind A Long Lasting Garment
// Cold hand wash or gentle machine wash.
// Do not soak.
// Do not bleach.
// Do not spin dry.
// Do not dry clean.
// Do not iron.
// Do not tumble dry.
// Line dry out of direct sunlight.
// Avoid any rough surfaces such as pool edges, dancefloors or rough ground in general.
// Do not pack or store when wet.
// Remove any excess water and dry without delay.
// Separate light colours from dark before washing.
// Avoid excess contact with suntan lotions and harsh chemicals sometimes found in saunas, spas and pools.
// Avoid excess contact with harsh chemicals such as deodorants, make-up or perfume.
// White and pastel colours, and light weight garments may appear transparent when wet.
// Although the best possible dyes are selected worldwide, the fastness of some shades must be treated with caution. Particular care should be taken with contrasting colours in the one garment.

