Mesh looks delicate. It mostly isn't, but it does need a different approach than the rest of your wardrobe.
Every mesh piece across Second Skin RTW, the underwear, the tanks, the leggings, the tops, is built from the same 90% polyamide, 10% spandex blend. That means one care routine covers the whole mesh range. Here's how to actually keep it in good shape.
Know what you're washing
Polyamide and spandex is a synthetic stretch blend built to hold its shape and stay sheer without going see-through in the wrong way. It's fairly durable, but the spandex content is also the part that degrades fastest if it's mistreated. Heat is its main enemy, in the wash and in the dryer.
The wash routine
Cold water, gentle cycle, inside out. That's the whole rule, really.
Turning mesh pieces inside out before washing protects the outer surface and any lacing or strapping detail from friction against other items in the wash, which matters more for mesh than most fabrics since the open weave is more exposed to snagging and pilling than a solid knit.
Skip the dryer entirely. Heat is what breaks down spandex's elasticity over time, a few trips through a hot dryer and you'll notice the stretch recovery isn't what it used to be. Reshape the piece by hand and lay it flat to dry instead.
No bleach, ever. It weakens the spandex fibres specifically, even in small amounts.
Storage
Mesh doesn't need anything special in storage, just avoid folding it under heavier items for long periods, since the open weave can hold a crease more visibly than a denser fabric would.
The full mesh range
Mesh Thong 3-Pack, Black/Lime/Lavender
Low-profile, minimal, and the easiest way into the Second Skin colour story. Shop the Thong 3-Pack.
Mesh Brief 3-Pack, Black/Lime/Lavender
Same colours, full coverage. Shop the Brief 3-Pack.
Black Strung Out Mesh Tank
Semi-sheer, racerback, with a woven lattice strap detail down the spine and adjustable tie fastening at the hem. Shop the Black Strung Out Mesh Tank.
Black Strung Out Mesh Leggings
The matching legging, laced down the outer leg with adjustable ankle ties. Shop the Black Strung Out Mesh Leggings.
Rosette Strung Out Mesh Top
Long sleeve, printed in red and black, with corset-style lacing from neckline to hem. Shop the Rosette Strung Out Mesh Top.
Rosette Strung Out Mesh Leggings
The matching legging to the Rosette top, laced down the outer leg. Shop the Rosette Strung Out Mesh Leggings.
Quick reference
- Machine wash cold, gentle cycle, inside out
- Do not tumble dry
- Do not bleach
- Reshape and dry flat
Frequently asked questions
Can I put mesh in the dryer?
No. Heat breaks down the spandex content over time and reduces elasticity. Air dry instead.
Why wash mesh inside out?
It protects the outer surface, and any lacing, strapping or embroidered detail, from friction against other items during the wash cycle.
Is 90% polyamide/10% spandex durable?
Yes, with proper care. The main risk to longevity is heat exposure, both in washing and drying, rather than everyday wear.
Does this care routine apply to every mesh piece?
Yes. Every mesh piece across Second Skin RTW, underwear, tanks, leggings and tops, is made from the same 90% polyamide, 10% spandex blend, so one routine covers the full range.
Summary
ERIK-YVON's Second Skin mesh pieces, including the Mesh Thong 3-Pack, Mesh Brief 3-Pack, Black Strung Out Mesh Tank and Leggings, and Rosette Strung Out Mesh Top and Leggings, are made from 90% polyamide and 10% spandex. Care instructions are consistent across the range: cold water, gentle cycle, inside out, with no tumble drying or bleach to preserve elasticity.
