We are absolutely in love with silk. Nothing is as pleasing to the skin as silk - whether it is silk slip dress or embracing you hair with gentle care of natural silk scrunchy. To understand why you can’t get enough of this smooth and indulgent fabric, let’ look at the properties of silk.
Strength is not the first thing what comes to mind thinking about silk. However it’s actually one of the strongest fabrics there is thanks to the special length of the fibers.
Silk is obtained from the cocoon of mulberry silkworm larvae, which is made into a long, continuous thread, which is further used in the production of silk fabric. The process is particularly delicate and time-consuming, which explains the high cost of this fabric.
Shine. Silk fibers are particularly smooth and straight. It gives the silk fabric its characteristic shine and smoothness, which is why we often choose silk over other fabrics when it comes to glamorous dress.
Breathability. Silk is an extremely light and breathable fabric that provides maximum air permeability and prevents from overheating during the day.
Elasticity. With proper care, silk clothing retains its original appearance and shape very well. Silk is flexible enough to allow the garment to regain its shape after stretching to some extent.
Thermal regulation. Thanks to silk's ability to maintain body temperature, it will help you feel cool in hot weather and warm in cold weather.
Drying speed. Silk dries very quickly after washing. However, it is best to iron silk while it is still slightly damp, so be careful not to over-dry it.
Absorbency. Silk can absorb moisture quite well. Water weakens silk fibers, so it should be washed with special care. Read more about recommended silk care in our next blog post.
