DM-Fabric Guide
Know Your HÉROS
The Fabric Guide
Two fabrics. Two distinct feels. One guide to help you choose with confidence — and never be surprised when your order arrives.
Last updated: April 2026
Eco Tech
Precision compression. Built for movement.
83% rPET · 17% Spandex
Soft Sculpt
Cloud-soft. Sculpting without the squeeze.
87% rPET · 13% Spandex
Fabric 01
Eco Tech
"Precision-fit. No sagging. No slipping."
Eco Tech is HÉROS's high-performance foundation fabric. Smooth, sleek, and built for precision movement — it holds its shape through every rep and every stretch. 83% recycled polyester, 17% spandex gives it a higher compression profile than Soft Sculpt, with four-way stretch that returns to form every time. You feel it working with you.
Designed for
Details
- 83% Recycled Polyester, 17% Spandex
- Four-way stretch with high compression recovery
- Smooth, sleek surface — no texture, no shine
- High-waisted structure holds shape through movement
- BPA-free & PFAS-free
- BlueSign-certified mills
- Cold wash, air dry
Fabric 02
Soft Sculpt
"A premium performance fabric that wears like compression."
Soft Sculpt is the fabric that feels like it was made just for you. 87% recycled polyester, 13% spandex — a higher polyester ratio delivers that signature cloud-soft texture while still delivering a sculpting, smoothing silhouette. Less compressive than Eco Tech. More forgiving. Designed for daily wear and low to medium impact movement where comfort leads.
Designed for
Details
- 87% Recycled Polyester, 13% Spandex
- Cloud-soft hand feel with sculpting capability
- Smoothing silhouette — flatters from every angle
- Built-in support where available (style dependent)
- BPA-free & PFAS-free
- BlueSign-certified mills
- Cold wash, air dry
Side by Side
Compare the Fabrics
Both fabrics are recycled, BlueSign-certified, BPA-free, and PFAS-free. Here's where they differ.
| Feature | Eco Tech | Soft Sculpt |
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| Composition | 83% rPET, 17% Spandex | 87% rPET, 13% Spandex |
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| Best Impact Level | Low → High intensity | Daily wear → Medium intensity |
| Surface Texture | Smooth, sleek | Soft, cloud-like |
| Sustainability | Recycled · BlueSign · PFAS-free · BPA-free | Recycled · BlueSign · PFAS-free · BPA-free |
| Care | Cold wash · Air dry | Cold wash · Air dry |
Which Is Which
Styles by Fabric
Find out exactly which fabric is in each HÉROS style — so you always know what you're getting before you buy.
Eco Tech
83% rPET · 17% Spandex · Smooth · High compression
Questions
Fabric FAQ
Eco Tech has more spandex (17% vs 13%), which gives it higher compression and greater shape retention during high-intensity movement. Soft Sculpt has more recycled polyester, which delivers a softer, more forgiving feel. Both sculpt — the difference is how firm vs how cloud-like you want that sensation.
Both fabrics perform well for Pilates — the difference is feel preference. If you want higher compression and a precise, body-aware fit: Eco Tech. If you prefer a softer, more fluid feel that still sculpts: Soft Sculpt. Most of the Pilates community gravitates toward Eco Tech for reformer work and Soft Sculpt for mat-based or restorative practice.
The fabric name is listed in the Details section of every product page. You can also use the Styles by Fabric list on this page. When in doubt — email us at info@houseofheros.com and we'll confirm before you order. Free US exchanges are also available within 30 days if the feel isn't quite right.
Yes — noticeably so. Eco Tech is smooth, sleek, and slightly structured — it has a performance feel. Soft Sculpt is buttery-soft with a subtle body-skimming texture. If you've felt a high-compression legging vs a premium jersey bodysuit, you already know the difference.
Yes. Both Eco Tech and Soft Sculpt are made from recycled polyester, sourced from BlueSign-certified mills, and are BPA-free and PFAS-free. As of January 2026, BlueSign certification includes a complete PFAS ban — meaning the certification independently verifies our PFAS-free claim.
Read the full sustainability story →
No. Both fabrics are engineered with compression recovery — they return to their original shape after every wear and wash. To preserve this: cold wash only, air dry, and avoid fabric softener. Heat is the primary threat to synthetic fiber elasticity.
Free exchanges are available on all US domestic orders within 30 days of fulfillment — same style, different size. If you ordered one fabric and want to try the other style, process a return and place a new order. No risk.
View exchanges policy →
Both Fabrics
Care Instructions
Cold wash · Air dry · No tumble dry · No fabric softener · No bleach
Now You Know
