TVF’s Lightning Dimple Mesh Strikes Out Moisture Without Chemical Finish

Mar 26, 2026 | News

Achieve everlasting moisture management with the all-new 4 oz. Mechanically Absorbent Polyester Lightning Dimple Mesh from TVF. Lightning Dimple Mesh features 100% inherent wicking polyester yarns, which provide it with its advanced moisture management properties – properties that the fabric maintains throughout its life.

“It’s a crowded market for lightweight athleticwear, athleisure, and workout fabrics,” says TVF Apparel & Home Décor Program Director, Brian Vieweg, “and customers deserve a high-performance option. Lightning Dimple Mesh delivers wicking capabilities that work as well after hundreds of washes as it did right off the rack. We’re proud of the rigorous testing and extensive collaboration that went into developing this fabric, and we look forward to partnering with manufacturers to provide the yardage they need when they need it.”

The key to what makes Lightning Dimple Mesh so effective at channeling moisture away from the wearer is capillary action across its yarn’s special cross-section. While chemical moisture management solutions lose performance over time, these mechanically absorbent polyester yarns won’t.

Lightning Dimple Mesh from TVF is rated UPF 50+, the highest rating possible for sun-protective clothing, blocking more than 98% of harmful UV rays. Another benefit of the fabric is that the unique pattern on the face of the fabric is exceptionally printable with dye sublimation (dye-sub) inks. Lightning Dimple Mesh is engineered for activewear, athleisure, golf wear, lightweight athletic jerseys, workout tops, and workout shorts for sports like football, basketball, lacrosse, baseball, volleyball, softball, and soccer.

Reach out to the TVF Apparel Fabric Team for a sample and to find out more about 4 oz. Mechanically Absorbent Polyester Lightning Dimple Mesh.