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polyester / metallic
Lurex (metallic)
Lurex is a yarn with a metallic core wrapped in polyester or other fibers, giving a metallic shine that doesn't tarnish or wash out. Woven into fabric, it creates a sparkling effect for evening wear, dance costumes, and party apparel. Polyester-based lurex can be sublimated, though the metallic threads add visual texture to the print.
Composition: 95% Polyester + 5% Metallic
Composition
95% Polyester + 5% Metallic
Weight
120-160 gsm
Width / Spec
Width 150cm, woven with metallic thread
Min Order
50 pcs / 50 m
What is lurex (metallic)?
Lurex is a yarn with a metallic core wrapped in polyester or other fibers, giving a metallic shine that doesn't tarnish or wash out. Woven into fabric, it creates a sparkling effect for evening wear, dance costumes, and party apparel. Polyester-based lurex can be sublimated, though the metallic threads add visual texture to the print.
Lurex with metallic threads woven in. Sparkle and shine for evening wear and party apparel. We work with lurex (metallic) daily in our Yiwu factory, producing for brands, teams, and event organizers worldwide. Whether you need polyester, metallic, woven applications or are sourcing lurex (metallic) for the first time, we can help with sample yardage, bulk production, and DDP shipping to your door.
Key characteristics
- 95% polyester / 5% metallic thread120-160 gsm — lightweightSparkle and shine without tarnishSublimation prints on the poly face (metallic stays as base)Soft enough for apparel (not scratchy like older metallic yarns)Holds shape and drape well
Compatible print methods
How we print on lurex (metallic).
Dye-sublimationDTF (direct-to-film)
Lurex (metallic) is dye-sublimation-friendly, meaning we can print photo-quality all-over graphics edge-to-edge. The print becomes part of the fiber — it won't crack, peel, or fade. For other substrates in your project, we offer DTF and screen-print as fallback options.
Best for
What we make with lurex (metallic).
Evening and party dressesDance and performance costumesHoliday and festival wearStatement tops and accessories
Care instructions
How to care for lurex (metallic).
- ✓Hand wash cold, gentle
- ✓Do not wring — roll in towel
- ✓Hang or lay flat to dry
- ✓Iron on reverse side with cloth barrier
Tags & categories
Where this fabric fits.
polyestermetallicwovenlightweighteveningdancepartysparklesublimation-friendlyelegant
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FAQ
Common questions about lurex (metallic).
Does the metallic in lurex tarnish or wash out?
No — modern lurex uses polyester-wrapped metallic threads that don't tarnish. The sparkle stays wash after wash. Older lurex (pre-1990s) used metal films that could tarnish, but current yarns are durable.
Ready to order lurex (metallic)?
Send us your spec — quantity, sizes, print design — and we'll quote you FOB Yiwu or DDP to your door. Sample yardage available on request.