topic Re: Scuba fabrics in Fashion

Scuba fabrics

Beammeupscotty — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:43:11 GMT

Watching this morning and Kim is selling some "Scubaluxe" items.

I have some scuba fabric from Maurices and they snag terribly. Does anyone know if Kim's snag also?

I do like the feel and comfort of the fabric but the snagging is a deal breaker for any further purchases from anyone.

Re: Scuba fabrics

Biftu — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:03:25 GMT

I can't speak to Kim's scuba fabric but I have scuba material skirts from Peace Love World and they have not snagged.

Re: Scuba fabrics

tansy — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:15:26 GMT

Anyone know if Spanx's Air Essentials fabric is scuba?

It tends to pill but it's wonderfully soft.

Re: Scuba fabrics

haddon9 — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:18:46 GMT

I have on a pair of Kim's scubaluxe pants and top right now (not a set) and i love them! Very smooth & comfortable and so far I have had no snags.

Re: Scuba fabrics

RespectLife — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:21:13 GMT

I also have several pieces.

No pilling, no snagging.

Most are from last Spring and worn/washed many, many times.

Re: Scuba fabrics

sissy01 — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:26:18 GMT

I won't pay Kim's prices anymore but I have found scuba tops, hoodies and pants at Target and Marshall's. They look as good as Kim's and have not pulled or pilled at all. They are also a fraction of the price

Re: Scuba fabrics

Catch71 — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:29:23 GMT

I have not purchased anything in scuba fabric yet. I can't help thinking scuba diving fabric and it doesn't appeal to me at all. Guess I need to try a piece and see what everyone likes about it. Why is it so expensive from Kim's line? Is it spongey feeling?

Re: Scuba fabrics

Bookplate — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:37:28 GMT

I have a few of her scubaluxe pieces; no snagging yet.

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Roscoe the Rascal — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:34:39 GMT

I purchased scuba knit from Walmart and soft and washes well and no snags.

Re: Scuba fabrics

Beammeupscotty — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:29:36 GMT

@Catch71 wrote:
I have not purchased anything in scuba fabric yet. I can't help thinking scuba diving fabric and it doesn't appeal to me at all. Guess I need to try a piece and see what everyone likes about it. Why is it so expensive from Kim's line? Is it spongey feeling?

That's what I thought at first. It sounded weird. I don't have a clue why this fabric is universally called "scuba". BUT it is wonderfully soft and so comfortable. I wear mine around the house and out in public also. It doesn't make me hot.

I am just disappointed that mine from Maurices' snags.

Re: Scuba fabrics

Beammeupscotty — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:30:28 GMT

Thanks for your replies everyone! I believe I will give Kim's a try.

I knew I could count on you all.

Re: Scuba fabrics

ROMARY — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:25:39 GMT

When I hear the word 'scuba', i think of the wetsuits that surfers and divers wear.

I'm fairly sure the scuba fabric that designers use now-a-days is totally different.

I'd like to give it a try !

Re: Scuba fabrics

Beammeupscotty — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:47:40 GMT

@ROMARY wrote:
When I hear the word 'scuba', i think of the wetsuits that surfers and divers wear.

I'm fairly sure the scuba fabric that designers use now-a-days is totally different.

I'd like to give it a try !

Yes, although I never have worn a scuba wetsuit (tee hee) I do own some scuba fabric clothing. I really love the fabric. It is soft and versatile and very comfortable.

I do want to try some of Kim's Scubaluxe one of these days when I can afford it more!