What Is Sequin Fabric? Meaning, Properties & Uses

What is sequin fabric?

Sequin fabrics have small reflective discs sewn or attached to a base, which may be net, georgette, tweed or knit. They create sparkle and statement looks. Weight depends heavily on sequin size and density.

Sequin fabric in Hindi

In Hindi, sequin fabric is written as सीक्वेंस. In everyday Indian trade talk you will also hear it called "sequin kapda" or "sequin cloth".

Properties of sequin fabric

Property	Typical
Weight	150 to 450 GSM
Best for	Sequin fabrics suit party dresses, lehengas, gowns, tops, co-ords and stage costumes
Care	Embellished fabrics such as sequins and embroidery are best hand-washed inside out or dry-cleaned

GSM is grams per square metre. Convert it to weight per metre with our GSM calculator.

What is sequin fabric used for?

Sequin fabrics suit party dresses, lehengas, gowns, tops, co-ords and stage costumes. Handle them with care when cutting and stitching.

How to choose sequin fabric

Check the base fabric and sequin size. Smaller sequins on soft bases suit flowing dresses, while heavy sequin tweeds suit structured jackets.

How to wash and care for sequin fabric

Embellished fabrics such as sequins and embroidery are best hand-washed inside out or dry-cleaned. Avoid direct ironing on the embellishment and use a pressing cloth.

Are sequin fabrics hard to sew?

They need care. Use a sharp needle and a longer stitch, remove sequins from the seam allowance, and line the garment against the skin.

Where to see and buy sequin fabric

You can browse real sequin fabric designs, with prices per metre, in our sequin fabric collection. Trade buyers can ask for samples and bulk pricing through our contact page.