Acetate Fabric (Semi-Synthetic)

Made from the cellulose and obtained by reconstructing cotton or wood pulp, Acetate
fabric is resistant to shrinkage, moth and mildew. Acetate fabric is fabric which gives extremely
soft and luxurious look just like silk fabric.
Rayon

Rayon is a manufactured fiber made from regenerated cellulose fiber. The many types
and grades of rayon can imitate the feel and texture of natural fibers such as silk, wool, cotton,
and linen. The types that resemble silk are often called artificial silk.
Tencel

Lyocell, better known as Tencel, is a fiber made from the wood pulp of trees that are
grown and replaced on specialized tree farms. Unlike most cellulosic fabrics, Tencel is produced
using recyclable, Earth-friendly solvents. When blended with cotton, Tencel adds wrinkle-
resistance and the lustrous feel of a silk.
Nylon (Fully Synthetic)

Nylon is a generic designation for a family of synthetic polymers, based on aliphatic or

semi-aromatic polyamides. Nylon is a thermoplastic silky material that can be melt-processed
into fibers, films or shapes.
Spandex

Spandex, Lycra or elastane is a synthetic fiber known for its exceptional elasticity. It is stronger
and more durable than natural rubber. It is a polyether-polyurea copolymer that was invented in
1958 by chemist Joseph Shivers at DuPont's Benger Laboratory in Waynesboro, Virginia. When
introduced in 1962, it revolutionized many areas of the clothing industry.
Polyester

Polyester is a category of polymers that contain the ester functional group in their main chain. As
a specific material, it most commonly refers to a type called polyethylene terephthalate (PET).
Polyesters include naturally occurring chemicals, such as in the cutin of plant cuticles, as well as
synthetics such as polybutyrate. Natural polyesters and a few synthetic ones are biodegradable,
but most synthetic polyesters are not. The material is used extensively in clothing.