Micro suede is a fabric widely used in garments, footwear, furniture and other items that need to be soft.
This material was introduced in the 1940s and was developed by DuPont. Micro suede fabric can resemble velvet, velour or satin-type materials, but it is not made of animal products. The term can also refer to a polyester textile with the same texture as velvet but with a shinier surface. It is typically made from polyurethane microfiber material processed for extra softness.