Wilson College Student, Professor Explain the Textile Science Behind Gymnastics Uniform

By Sarah Stone

For gymnast Grace Hunter, studying fashion and textile management at the Wilson College of Textiles is a way to combine her creativity with her love for the athletic apparel and brands she grew up practicing and competing in.

Below, the junior shares more about the most important characteristics of a good gymnastics leotard and Professor Emiel DenHartog explains the textile science that makes these characteristics possible.