Material Composition | Beach, Pool, Chlorine Exposure | Industry: 100% Polyester (ASTM D543 compliant) ▲ Base: 80% Metallic Polyester + 20% Spandex (ASTM D543) ▲ Advanced: 90% Metallic Polyester + 10% Spandex (ASTM D543 + UV 50+) | Advanced offers UV 50+ protection and durability. Base improves stretch over Industry. | Industry lacks advanced features; Base may have less UV protection than Advanced. |
Fit & Comfort | Active Beach Activities | Industry: Standard seams (may chafe) ▲ Base: Seamless (reduces irritation) ▲ Advanced: Seamless + 4-way stretch (ISO 13934-1 certified) | Advanced provides maximum flexibility and comfort. Base eliminates chafing. | Industry seams cause discomfort; Advanced may cost more. |
Durability & Longevity | Chlorine/Saltwater Environments | Industry: 20 chlorine exposures (ASTM D543) ▲ Base: 40+ chlorine exposures (ASTM D543) ▲ Advanced: 50+ chlorine + saltwater resistance | Advanced withstands harsher environments. Base doubles Industry’s chlorine resistance. | Industry degrades faster; Advanced requires special care. |
Design & Aesthetic Appeal | Formal Beach Events/Photoshoots | Industry: Basic solid colors ▲ Base: 30 crystals/sq ft ▲ Advanced: 50+ crystals + cut-out designs | Advanced offers premium, eye-catching designs. Base adds crystal embellishments. | Industry lacks style; Advanced may be less practical for daily use. |
Environmental Compliance | Eco-Conscious Buyers | Industry: No EPR certifications ▲ Base: EPR Germany Packaging ▲ Advanced: EPR Germany + France Textiles | Advanced meets stricter environmental standards. Base starts compliance journey. | Industry non-compliant; Advanced may have higher cost. |
Moisture Management | Hot Weather/Quick Drying Needs | Industry: 45 mins drying (ISO 9237) ▲ Base: 30 mins drying (ISO 9237) ▲ Advanced: 20 mins + breathable fabric (ISO 9237) | Advanced dries fastest and breathes best. Base improves over Industry. | Industry slow drying; Advanced may be pricier. |