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Knitted fabric is produced by a knitting process of intersecting loops of yarn in a horizontal (weft) direction or in a vertical (weft) direction. Therefore, all knitted fabrics can be divided into two primary classes—weft knits , and warp knits . Generally, warp knit fabrics tend to be stretchier in the width, while weft knit fabrics tend to have more spring back in both width and length.

A row of knitted loops is called a course. A column of loops is known as a wale. The number of courses and wales per inch or unit length, and the total number of loops per unit area are directly related to the fabric quality. The higher the number in each group, the better the fabric.

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ZyYIA - Item 790 - Black Pocket Light N Tight
Our most popular leggings, this high-performance design offers a firm compression that feels oh-so-supportive whether you plan to run a marathon or just run the day. The fitted design and high quality fabric contours to your shape stay in place for a frictionless, effortlessly flattering look.

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ZYIA - Item 1562 - Girl's Black Hendrix Performance Leggings
Dance, jump, or run, these unique leggings let you move without worrying about your clothes. Our matte Performance fabric has amazing stretch, moisture wicking, and all-over compression. This mid-rise design will stay put. This groovy retro twist on the classic black legging is the perfect starter piece for you to create a dozen different looks.

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