NEW! Precious Metal Rubberized Fabrics

Arriving Late Fall 2019. This is the latest offering in rubberized fabrics from REALISE of Japan. These amazing urethane-coated knit fabrics are similar to previous rubber styles in that the coating is over a super-soft and comfortable knit. The suits are easy to pull on & off, and the rubber coating feels incredible to the touch. This time, there is a ever-so-subtle texture to the surface of the coating. The Gold, Silver & Black Rhodium colors come with a secret surprise – a fun & brightly colored backing. Enjoy some option-paralysis trying to figure out new ways to wear these styles!

Japan Enamel (300, 700 & 900 Series)

REALISE is always on the search for the latest in rubberized, coated fabrics. These newest materials are the softest, most elastic & strongest fabric yet. The knit foundation is opaque, making these suits great for beach and club wear. The urethane coating gives these suits a sumptuous rubber or vinyl feel. A great selection of colors and textures – mostly shiny, and now with a matt 'leather' texture, as well.

Surface: 100% polyurethane; lining: 85% polyurethane, 15% polyamide (nylon).

Enamel (200 Series)

Now Out of Production: REALISE produced a limited run of Front Zip suits in Black & White as an improvement to the 100 series, which were semi-transparent, especially when wet. A heavier knit backing (than the 100 series), so more appropriate for public situations. This fabric is very shiny, like rubber or vinyl. White color retains some transparency, while the black is opaque – with the suit color resulting from both the knit backing *and* the rubberized coating being dyed.

Surface: 100% polyurethane; Lining: 85% polyurethane, 15% polyamide (nylon)

SSW (Super Shiny Wet)

A REALISE Original: A Super fine knit with terrific stretch and form fit. A mercerized shiny coat provides friction free glide though the water. Used in Swimsuit, 2-Piece and Gymnastic styles. Light colors are a bit transparent when dry, becoming more transparent when wet, while dark colors stay opaque. This SSW fabric is now out of production, and is being replaced by the new 2-Way Stretch fabric, featured in the FB-1 bodysuit and re-release Back Zip N-037 (N-0371) styles.

79% polyester, 21% polyurethane.

Second Skin (SST)

Now Out of Production: A very thin, soft and gossamer material. Stretchy and transparent. This fabric is also used in figure-skating costumes. More appropriate as lingerie.

Check out the Italian Sheer styles for a similar look, and an improved feel.

65% polyamide (nylon), 35% polyurethane

SSW Striped

The Stripe fabric is a modified SSW, with a polished alternating stripe. Similar to SSW, a thin and stretchy fabric, with polished alternating stripes. Slightly glossy and feels like Lycra and similar fabrics.

85% polyamide (nylon), 15% polyurethane