They make some very lovely synthetic taffetas. Try to get one that's not so
heavy.
Now having said that, I do like some of the oriental satin brocades you
find at Jo Ann's.... if you can find one that isn't dragons or bamboo. I've
found some with a butter yellow background covered with little multicolor
flowers. Also one in coffee with black flowers evenly spread across it. Also a
cream
one with chrysanthemums. These can be a little heavy but they look very
rich. Polyester is not a dreadful as it used to be. Sometimes it looks exactly
like silk, though never feels like it.
Also chintz...striped or floral....can be perfect. Check the drapery
department, but make a huge effort to choose something that doesn't look like
curtains [even though many real gowns do].
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