Why silk

 

Silk is a natural fiber produced by insects as a material for their nests and cocoons. Made primarily of a protein called fibroin, silk is known for its shine and softness as a material.

• Strength. You might be fooled into thinking silk is fragile but it’s actually one of the strongest fabrics there is. It may be elegant and gentle on your skin, but underneath the shine it’s brimming with power.

• Breathability. Silk is a lightweight, breathable fabric, which means it reduces the risk of overheating when you’re going about your day.

• Elasticity. If they’re treated well, silk clothes are good at keeping their shape. Silk is flexible and has some elasticity to it which allows it to pull itself back into shape after stretching – to some extent. Don’t stretch silk unnecessarily or you may go too far.

• Absorbency. Silk is fairly absorbent. Water weakens the fibres, though, so treat your silk carefully when you’re washing it.

• Thermal regulation. Silk’s good at maintaining your body temperature which means it can help you feel cool in hot weather and warm in the cold. If you want a fabric that’s both thin and a good insulator, silk’s the way to go.

• Drying speed. Silk is fast drying which makes it highly practical when managing your laundry or just going about your day-to-day business.

• Shine. Silk fibres are smooth and straight, unlike wool, for example, which has a scaliness you’ll see if you put it under a microscope. This difference makes silk smoother to the touch and shinier to the eye, with an altogether luxurious feel.

Wearing our scarves you will shine like a queen! Ready?