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Carvico Alicante Stretch Mesh Fabric | Italian Performance Mesh

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Category: Stretch Mesh Fabric

Carvico Alicante Stretch Mesh Fabric

  • Composition : 80% Nylon, 20% Spandex
  • Width : 142 cm / 56"
  • Weight : 60–65 gsm / 1.77–1.92 oz/yd²
  • Stretch : 4-way stretch, approximately 60%
  • Feel : Ultra-lightweight, fine and exceptionally soft
  • Construction : Fine stretch micro-mesh
  • Country of Origin : Made in Italy

Quantity 1 = 0.50 metre (0.54 yard)
Multiple quantities will be cut as one continuous piece whenever possible.

Carvico Alicante Performance Mesh

Carvico Alicante is an ultra-lightweight Italian stretch mesh fabric designed for performance garments, swimwear, activewear, lingerie and apparel. Its fine bi-elastic mesh construction follows the body's movements while providing excellent comfort and flexibility.

At only 60–65 gsm, Alicante is extremely lightweight, soft and thin, making it especially well suited to projects where you want the flexibility and breathability of mesh without the stiffness of a traditional net fabric.

The fabric can be used throughout a garment or strategically as a stretch mesh insert, panel, lining or decorative detail.

Recommended Uses

  • Swimwear and beachwear
  • Activewear and fitness apparel
  • Sportswear
  • Leggings and athletic tops with mesh panels
  • Leotards and bodysuits
  • Dancewear and performance costumes
  • Lingerie and intimates
  • Stretch mesh sleeves and panels
  • Garment inserts and decorative details
  • Lightweight stretch linings

Why Choose Alicante?

  • Ultra-lightweight 60–65 gsm construction
  • Soft and comfortable against the skin
  • 4-way stretch for excellent freedom of movement
  • Fine micro-mesh structure
  • Ideal for technical and fashion applications
  • Made in Italy by Carvico

Sewing Recommendations

For best results, use a stretch or ballpoint needle and a stretch-compatible stitch or serger. Because Alicante is lightweight and highly elastic, handle the fabric gently while cutting and avoid stretching it while sewing.

Care Instructions

Hand wash in cold water and hang to dry. If ironing is necessary, use a low temperature with a pressing cloth between the fabric and the iron.

We recommend pre-washing your fabric the same way you intend to wash the finished garment.

Due to the different color variations of each monitor and mobile device, we cannot guarantee the color will exactly match what you see online.


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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Amelia ★★★★★

I needed something lightweight for a dance costume and this 4-way stretch fabric moves beautifully—almost 60% stretch gives it a great recovery. It’s remarkably airy at 60-65 gsm without feeling flimsy.

Timothy ★★★★★

I'm a sucker for soft fabric and this mesh feels almost like butter, seriously. It's so light at barely 60 gsm that I almost thought they forgot to put it in the package. Cutting into it was a breeze and the 56" width gave me plenty of room to work.

Victoria X. ★★★★★

I was a bit skeptical about mesh for a dance costume, but this fabric is incredibly soft and moves beautifully—the 60gsm weight makes it barely there, yet the 4-way stretch gives just enough support.