---
type: "fabric"
name: "Maline"
slug: "maline"
fabric_family: "lace_net"
construction: "lace/net"
subtype: "lace/net"
typical_fibers:
  - "Nylon"
weight_gsm: "30–80 g/m²"
price_tier: 3
url: "https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/maline"
updated: "2025-09-08T02:17:04.430603+00:00"
---

# Maline

Maline is a delicate lace fabric characterized by its open weave and intricate patterns, primarily made from nylon, making it lightweight and versatile for various applications.

- **Fabric Family**: Lace Net
- **Construction**: Lace/Net
- **Subtype**: lace/net
- **Typical Fibers**: Nylon
- **Weight**: 30–80 g/m²
- **Thickness**: 0.2–0.5 mm
- **Typical Width**: 150 cm
- **Price Tier**: $$$ (3 of 5)

## About Maline

Maline, also known as lace net, is a type of lace fabric that features an open, airy construction. Typically made from nylon, it offers a soft hand feel and a semi-transparent appearance. The fabric is often used in garments where a touch of elegance is desired, such as evening wear, bridal gowns, and overlays. Its intricate patterns can range from floral to geometric designs, providing aesthetic appeal while maintaining breathability.

## Woven Properties

- **Ends per Inch (EPI)**: 40
- **Picks per Inch (PPI)**: 30

## Stretch Properties

- **Warp Stretch**: 10%
- **Weft Stretch**: 10%

## Performance Properties

- **Air Permeability**: 50 CFM
- **Spray Rating**: 0
- **Evaporative Resistance (Ret)**: 0.5
- **Thermal Resistance (Rct)**: 0.1
- **UPF Rating**: 15

## Appearance & Hand

- **Luster**: Semi Bright
- **Opacity**: Semi Opaque
- **Surface Texture**: smooth
- **Hand & Drape**: Fluid

## Performance Features

- Lightweight
- Breathable
- Delicate

## Common Finishes

- Dyeing
- Anti Static Treatment
- Water Repellent Finish

## Common Applications

- Bridal Wear
- Evening Gowns
- Lingerie
- Costumes
- Home decor (curtains, table overlays)

## Common Uses in Detail

### Bridal & Eveningwear

Maline's delicate open weave and intricate patterns make it a favored choice for bridal veils, overlays, and evening gowns. Its lightweight [Nylon](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/nylon) construction drapes beautifully and adds an air of romance and elegance without adding bulk to formal silhouettes.

### Lingerie & Costumes

Its sheer, airy structure makes it ideal for lingerie trims and theatrical costumes. The soft [Nylon](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/nylon) fibers sit comfortably against the skin, while the lace-like patterning adds decorative detail that enhances both intimate apparel and stage or fantasy costume designs.

### Home Décor Accents

Used as curtain panels or table overlays, maline filters light softly while lending interiors a refined, decorative quality. Its durable [Nylon](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/nylon) composition resists sagging over time, making it a practical yet visually graceful option for elegant tablescapes and window treatments.

## Care Instructions

Hand wash in cold water with mild detergent. Do not wring. Lay flat to dry.

- 30°C Wash
- Do Not Bleach
- Iron Low
- Do Not Dry Clean

## Additional Information

Maline is often chosen for its aesthetic qualities and is popular in fashion for layering and adding texture to garments.

- **Regional Names**: Tulle (in some contexts)
- **Sourcing Regions**: China, Italy, France
- **Testing Standards**: Colorfastness to wash, Pilling, Tear strength

## Fibers in This Fabric

- [Nylon](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/nylon.md)

## Similar Fabrics

- [Fishnet](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/fishnet.md) — Lace Net
- [Broderie Anglaise](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/broderie-anglaise.md) — Lace Net
- [Cluny Lace](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/cluny-lace.md) — Lace Net
- [Eyelet](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/eyelet.md) — Lace Net
- [Galloon Lace](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/galloon-lace.md) — Lace Net

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