Introduction Known as the ‘queen of fabrics’, silk is an extremely appreciated natural protein fibre produced by silkworms that’s considered soft, lustrous, strong and breathable. Often part of luxury garments, silk’s silky appeal has made it a sign of wealth and status for hundreds of years. In this respect, this commodity suffers from strong environmental …
Introduction Silk has long been valued as a fabric that feels soft on the skin, looks elegant and has certain qualities. Lingerie is the ideal item of clothing for transparent silk as it has the same natural quality and additional virtues. Intimates need to be made of something that feels good against the skin, breaths …
Introduction A person always seeks warmth in winter but it is certainly a hard work to keep warm while looking fashionable. Most of the ready-made winter clothes, since chest down need to be filled in order to keep the human body warm, need some fabric volume to be woven, while this is not a good …
Introduction In the history of Indian textiles silk has always held a special place. It is considered a synonym for comfort, luxury, taste and history. Weaving silk on looms in the form of sarees which are identically associated with Indian women has made the art an eternal tradition. In this article we have studied the …
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Introduction Silk fabric is well-known for being smooth and soft, and it can have a beautiful sheen when it catches the light. It is also known for being fragile and for having stunning and vibrant colours. Sometimes these colours can begin to fade because of overexposure to light, improper washing, or the passage of time. …
Introduction Brief Overview of Silk Fabric and Its Unique Properties As the ‘queen of fabrics’, silk is a natural protein fibre valued for its luxurious feel, silver-shimmer and peerless smoothness. The cocoons of silkworms have provided us with silk for more than 4,000 years. The best silks are soft while maintaining a natural luster, are …
Introduction Silk has long been considered the queen of fabrics. The soft, lustrous and durable fibre has transfixed makers, designers and wearers for millennia – from its near-mythological birth in ancient China to modern fashion’s association of silk with all that is sumptuous, skilled and sophisticated. Beyond garments, it has long been tied to cultural …
Introduction Silk, renowned for its luxurious feel and elegant sheen, has been a prized fabric for centuries. However, the traditional silk production process raises significant environmental and ethical concerns. Sustainable silk offers an eco-friendly alternative, addressing these issues while maintaining the fabric’s esteemed qualities. Definition and Importance of Sustainable Silk Fabric Sustainable silk refers to …
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Introduction Silk is one of the earliest fabrics to have been dyed. It has long been used in tailoring beautiful jackets, shirts and blouses, opening up untapped worlds of creativity and individualism. Its natural sheen and lustre, derived from its elevated protein structure, penetrates the dye with such intensity that the resulting colours are neither …
Introduction Silk is often known as the ‘queen of fabrics’, praised since ancient times for its smooth touch, lustre and its other notable qualities. And summer is a time when the need to find comfortable yet fashionable attire intensifies. Even among the numerous fabrics suitable for the hot season, few are as good a choice …