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When does a synthetic fabric surpass a natural one?  Years ago you wouldn't have even asked that  question because of the simple fact that they didn't!  Today is quite a different story.  It seems that during the seventies many synthetic fabrics came into their own and possessed the same tactile quality and look of natural skins and fabrics.  One of the best examples is Ultrasuede.  When you hear that word many fashionistas in the know, associate it with Halston.  He  put it on the map, and the luxurious beauty of the fabric was seen in many of his collections, ranging from tops to coats, dresses, pants etc.  The fabric had the look and  feel of the softest suede, and came in a rainbow of colors...... no wonder he flipped when he first saw it!  As luxurious as it was, it was also easy to care for and could even be washed!       Lets face it........polyester has come a long way!!  Once looked upon with disdain by the fashionable.......polyester, along with a host of othe