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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 polyester-polyurethane 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.

Sequins are disk-shaped beads used for decorative purposes.

In earlier centuries, they were made from shiny metals.

Today, sequins are most often made from plastic.

They are available in a wide variety of colors and geometrical shapes.

Sequins are commonly used on clothing, jewelry, bags, shoes and many other accessories.

Organza is a thin, plain weave, sheer fabric traditionally made from silk.

Many modern organzas are woven with synthetic filament fibers such as polyester or nylon.

Silk organza is woven by a number of mills along the Yangtze River and in the province of Zhejiang in China.

A coarser silk organza is woven in the Bangalore area of India.

Deluxe silk organzas are woven in France and Italy.

Lace is a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern, made by machine or by hand.

Velvet is a type of woven tufted fabric in which the cut threads are evenly distributed, with a short dense pile, giving it a distinctive feel.

By extension, the word velvety means "smooth like velvet." Velvet can be made from either synthetic or natural fibers.