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In the elastic tape landscape, Nastrotex-Cufra’s Versatility 2026 campaign focuses on a selection of essential products that we call must-haves. Among them, our elastic tape 3895 is the reference for footwear, where reliability, customization and quality/price ratio make the difference on the finished product.

3895 presented in Versatility 2026

For Nastrotex-Cufra, versatility is an attitude built over time. Since 1953, we have been developing Made in Italy elastic ribbons with a technical and consultative approach, working with brands and designers to transform a request into a stable, repeatable and customizable product. The 3895 was born precisely with this logic, as a design basis from which to start variants dedicated to different collections and uses.

What is 3895

The 3895 is a technical elastic band developed for applications in footwear and beyond. It is designed to ensure tightness, springback and durability over time, even under intensive use conditions. It is an established product, ideal as a basis for custom developments related to collections of shoes, sneakers and technical footwear.

The 3895 is made of polyester, it can be made in various heights from 6 to 350+ mm and in more than 50 colors available per folder.

Technical characteristics that make a difference on footwear

• The 3895 is designed to meet the production needs of the footwear industry:
• Weight and volume in the standard for this type of product.
• Printable, suitable for sublimation for graphic designs and branding on tape.
• Resistant to snagging and wear.
• Made from thread dyed or paste dyed to ensure color fastness and reliability in shades.
• Frame structure for maximum quality and consistency.

Applications for footwear and more

The 3895 is designed specifically for the footwear world and is used in particular as elastic inserts for booties and slip-on shoes, elastic laces, tie rods and loops, closures and adaptation systems, elastic bands for sneaker closures, but not only. The 3895 is also used in leather goods for making elastic bands for fashion bags and accessories, shoulder straps, belts and decorative details.

The 3895 is also designed for the leather, medical, accident prevention, packaging and furniture industries.

Availability and variants in the collection

Within the Basic Collection, 3895 is available in different versions to differentiate aesthetics and performance based on design and use.

Available versions

• 3895 solid color, black and brown stock service for faster delivery times.
• 3895 lurex, including T36-09; TWO-COLOR and melange like the 203 BORDI.
• 3895 GRS certified recycled.
• 3895 striped (202 RIGATO).
• 3895 in the lightweight version called 3815.
• 3895 folding, used in ballet flats edging.
• 3895 water repellent, also available PFC free water repellent

Customizations, color and workmanship

The strength of our 3895, in line with Versatility 2026, is customization. We can intervene in color, graphics, printing techniques and finishes to make the elastic ribbon a distinctive element of the product, also on an aesthetic level.

Customization areas

• color, with the option to choose a folder and dedicated development, here you will find the color folder.
• graphics and branding, with logos, patterns and writing.
• printing techniques and functional details, including sublimation, hot stamping, screen printing, and the addition of foils and applications.
• materials and yarns, including GRS certified recycled polyester and specific treatments.

Samples and contacts

If you are developing a footwear collection and want to evaluate our 3895, you can contact us for technical information and samples. Write to info@nastrotex-cufra.it or visit the Contacts page.

In the panorama of elastic bands for cycling and sportswear, Nastrotex-Cufra’s Versatility 2026 campaign focuses on a selection of essential products that we call must-haves. Among them, our N42 elastic band is the reference for cycling, running and sportswear, where comfort, lightness and customization really make a difference on the finished garment.

N42 presented in Versatility 2026

For Nastrotex-Cufra, versatility is an attitude built over time. Since 1953, we have been developing Made in Italy elastic ribbons with a technical and consultative approach, working with brands and designers to transform a request into a stable, repeatable and customizable product. N42 was born precisely with this logic, as a design basis from which to start variants dedicated to different collections and uses.

What is N42

N42 is a technical elastic tape designed for high-performance sports applications. It is also the lighter alternative to our other items in the same category, such as the elastic 768/2 polyester microfiber tape more suitable for clothing and underwear. N42 maintains high standards of resistance and comfort and allows for extensive work in terms of color development and customization.

N42 is made of super light and thin polyester microfiber. It is available in different heights from 10 to 70 mm and can be developed in many colors, with over 100 colors available per folder.

Technical features that make a difference on the garment

N42 is designed to hold together elasticity, durability and comfort on the skin. In practice it means that it works well when the garment is in motion, does not create unnecessary thicknesses and maintains stability where needed.

Main features

•  lightness and low volume, with quick drying and less thickness on the body.
• high elastic modulus, useful for stabilizing the bottom in bibshorts, the lower leg and the waist.
• softness to the touch, designed for comfortable skin contact even in prolonged use.
• thread dyed, for color fastness and reliability in shades.
• white print suitable for sublimation, for graphic designs and branding on the tape.

Cycling and sportswear applications

N42 is developed for the sporting world and is used in particular for cycling and technical sportswear. The most common applications include suspenders, leg loops, and waist loops, as well as items such as sports tops and leggings.

Availability and variants in the collection

Within the Basic Collection, N42 is available in different versions to differentiate aesthetics and performance based on the project.

Available versions

• N42 Solid color, black and white available at stock service for faster delivery time.
• Two-tone and melange N42, including our frosted N42.
• N42 jacquard, elastic ribbon logo in continuity with the jacquard collection.
• GRS certified recycled N42, rifled N42, reflective N42 and other custom structures.
• N42 grip (coming soon)
• N42 extralight (coming soon)
• N42 High Tech, for developments with high-tech performance yarns.

The N42 grip and N42 EXTRALIGHT are upcoming developments, designed to further expand work on performance and design while maintaining the technical foundation of the must-have.

Customizations, color and workmanship

The strength of N42, in line with Versatility 2026, is customization. We can intervene on color, graphics, printing techniques and finishes to make the elastic ribbon a distinctive element of the garment, also on an aesthetic level.

Customization areas

• Color, with the option to choose a folder of more than 100 colors and dedicated development, here you will find the color folder.
• Graphics and branding, with logos, patterns and writing.
• Printing techniques and functional details, including sublimation, hot stamping, silicone, and refractive yarns.
• Materials and yarns including GRS certified recycled polyester and High Tech performance yarns.

Samples and contacts

If you are developing a cycling, running or technical sportswear collection and want to evaluate N42 as a function of weight, fit, color and workmanship, you can contact us for technical information and samples. Write to info@nastrotex-cufra.it or visit the Contacts page.

In a market where innovation is often measured in invisible but crucial details, Nastrotex-Cufra chooses to tell the story of its approach through a campaign that is first and foremost a declaration of method. Versatility 2026 is not just a creative theme, but a real lens through which to read the company’s daily work: building custom-made elastic solutions, starting from the must-haves that have made our history.

Versatility as positioning

For Nastrotex-Cufra, versatility is not a passive adaptation to current trends, but rather an active and cultivated attitude over time. The company, founded in 1953, has made elasticity its genetic code; in fact, every product, every tape, every technical development is designed to meet heterogeneous demands from different markets and sectors.

A brand language for an industrial production reality

The 2026 campaign adopts a vision typical of large fashion brands: a value-based storytelling, a guiding color (Pantone Cloud Dancer), and a cross-cutting narrative that links identity and innovation. This choice positions us distinctively because we want to speak as a manufacturing company that also speaks to creative teams and product managers as a project partner.

Must-haves as a starting point

Each industry has its own “ideal elastic” that we call must-have. When we receive a commission or a project we always start from a proven, reliable base, which has proven to perform over the years. With Versatility 2026, we enhance our must-haves, making them protagonists of a personalization journey that translates into concrete, tailored technical solutions.
For footwear, the reference articles are 3895, Honeycomb pattern and cintino, depending on the application.
For the clothing sector, the must-have is the item 768, chosen for its versatility and adaptability to different styles and functions.
In the cycling and technical sport sector, Nastrotex-Cufra offers two reference products: article N42 (N42 RIGATO and N42 BRINATO) and article T18-08, both designed to ensure performance, comfort and durability.

Cloud Dancer: The Color That Welcomes

PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer is the guide color chosen to represent this campaign. A neutral shade like a blank canvas that does not impose a style, but leaves room for function, creativity, differentiation. The Color Pantone 2026 is perfect to represent a blank sheet, the start of a new project.

One campaign, many sectors

Footwear, clothing, technical cycling, sports, outdoor: Versatility 2026 is designed for a single market as a flexible container within which each sector finds its answer. A single message, expressed in multiple languages.

We look forward to seeing you:

LINEAPELLE – Milan
11-13 February 2026
Lineapelle

PERFORMANCE DAYS – Munich (Germany)
18-19 March 2026
Performance Days

To schedule an appointment, contact us:

info@nastrotex-cufra.it

+39 0363 938167

We want to thank you for sharing with us another year full of developments and successes.

We are taking a break to enjoy this special moment: our offices will be closed from December 24th to January 6th inclusive. We will be back full of energy and ready to start again from Tuesday January 7th 2026.

From all of us at Nastrotex-Cufra, the most sincere wishes for a Christmas full of joy and a New Year full of gratitude, happiness and many satisfactions!

Happy Holidays!

Among Nastrotex Cufra latest developments is the introduction of elastic tapes made with VIFLO® yarn. This innovative fiber boosts power, reduces fatigue, and accelerates recovery, while improving hydration and oxygenation.

Nastrotex Cufra designed VIFLO® elastic tapes for sportswear and high-performance applications, it brings measurable benefits to athletes and end users.
GRS certified, low volume and ultra light, it’s a true bridge between sustainability and wellbeing.

For more info visit the specif page here or contact us:

info@nastrotex-cufra.it

We are proud to announce that both the natural rubber and viscose used in our elastic tapes are now FSC® certified.

This Nastrotex Cufra achievement guarantees that the raw materials come from responsibly managed sources, ensuring environmental and social sustainability across the supply chain.

This FSC® certificate is valid for the following scope:
Production of elastic and rigid viscose ribbons and elastic natural rubber ribbons for underwear, fashion, technical clothing, sportswear and footwear;

For our customers, it means greater transparency and trust. For us, it’s a tangible way to weave respect for the planet into every product.

Download the certification

At Nastrotex Cufra, every elastic tape — whether designed for footwear or apparel — is produced with mass dyed or yarn dyed. This choice is fundamental, both for the quality of our products and for the environment.

How it works:
In yarn-dyeing, each filament is colored at its core before weaving. The pigment penetrates the fiber deeply, creating colors that are more intense, stable, and resistant over time.

The advantages of yarn-dyeing are clear:
– Lower environmental impact: water and chemical consumption are reduced because only the yarn is dyed, not entire tape rolls. This leads to fewer wastewater emissions, with less contamination.
– Superior color performance: pigments penetrate into the fiber, ensuring maximum solidity, greater resistance to washing, UV exposure, and abrasion. Colors remain vivid and faithful.
– Less waste: optimized use of dyes and resources means fewer rejects and scraps, creating a more efficient and sustainable process.
– Better aesthetics and reliability: elastic tapes maintain consistent shades and performance across applications, whether for footwear, sportswear or lingerie.

For us, choosing mass or yarn dyed over piece-dyeing is more than a technical detail, it’s a responsible decision.

For more info contact us:
info@nastrotex-cufra.it