The Queen of Fibers
About the Silk
What Is Silk
Silk is a 100% natural protein fiber, carefully spun from silkworm cocoons. Its structure closely resembles human skin and is naturally rich in 18 amino acids, giving it an exceptionally soft and smooth feel against the skin. Lightweight and breathable, silk naturally regulates temperature and absorbs moisture without feeling damp. Celebrated as “the second skin” and known as the “Queen of Fibers,” it offers natural elegance and comfort that lasts.
Types of Silk
Silk can be categorized into two main types: Mulberry Silk and Wild Silk. Mulberry Silk comes from domesticated silkworms and is valued for its smooth texture, strength, and excellent moisture absorption. Wild Silk, on the other hand, comes from wild silkworms such as Tussah, Tapioca, Castor, and Camphor Silk. It contains less sericin and natural pigments that make it harder to bleach or dye, giving it a slightly thicker and more irregular texture.
DaisySilk Choice
At DaisySilk, we use only the finest 6A-grade Mulberry Silk to ensure uniformity, durability, and an exceptionally soft touch. Its natural softness makes it ideal for clothing worn against the skin, sleepwear, and bedding, and gentle enough for babies and even the most sensitive skin. This luxurious fiber is breathable, moisture-wicking, and naturally elegant, providing lasting comfort and refined elegance in every piece.
Benefits
- Soft and Gentle: Silk’s natural protein fibers feel smooth and low-friction against the skin, making it comfortable for all-day wear.
- Breathable and Moisture-Wicking: Lightweight silk absorbs moisture and releases it quickly, keeping skin dry and comfortable.
- Temperature-Regulating: Silk helps you stay cool in summer and warm in winter without feeling heavy.
- Elegant Sheen: The triangular fiber structure reflects light beautifully, giving clothing a subtle, luxurious glow.
- Sustainable: Silk is a renewable, biodegradable natural fiber, supporting eco-conscious choices.
Considerations
- Higher Cost: High-quality silk is labor-intensive and made from scarce raw materials, making it more expensive than common fabrics like cotton or linen.
- Delicate Care: Silk benefits from gentle handling. Hand washing or using a washing machine on a delicate cycle with cold water helps maintain its softness and shine. Use a mild detergent or a silk- and wool-specific detergent, and always air dry naturally, avoiding strong sunlight.
- Lower Durability: Silk fibers are delicate and can wear or snag with prolonged friction. Proper care helps preserve its smooth texture and elegant appearance.
- Color Sensitivity: Exposure to direct sunlight or harsh chemicals may cause fading. Wash and store silk items carefully to maintain their vibrant colors.
The Finest Silk Fabrics, Certified & Trusted
At DaisySilk, every piece begins with the highest grade 6A mulberry silk. This is the finest silk available, known for its strength, smooth touch and natural glow. All of our fabrics are certified by STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®, the globally recognized safety standard for textiles. This certification means every DaisySilk product has been independently tested against more than 300 harmful substances, ensuring that our silks are safe for your skin and gentle on the environment.
Our fabrics meet Annex 6, Product Class I, the most rigorous level, which is even stricter than the Annex 4 level used by many brands. This guarantees safety even for the most sensitive skin. You can verify our certification directly on the official OEKO-TEX® website using our numbers SH020192407 (Clothing) and SH025192406 (Bedding).
Our fabrics meet Annex 6, Product Class I, the most rigorous level, which is even stricter than the Annex 4 level used by many brands. This guarantees safety even for the most sensitive skin. You can verify our certification directly on the official OEKO-TEX® website using our numbers SH020192407 (Clothing) and SH025192406 (Bedding).
| Certification Type | Annex 4 - Class II Fast Fashion |
Annex 6 - Class I DaisySilk |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | For skin-contact items | For baby & sensitive skin |
| Safety Testing | 100+ harmful substances | 300+ harmful substances |
| Typical Usage | Apparel & accessories | Intimates & bedding |
| Eco Standards | Not prioritized | Stricter for sustainability |
Understanding Silk Mommes
Silk comes from the delicate threads of silkworm cocoons, making it one of the most precious natural fibers in the world. What sets silk apart is not just its softness and sheen, but also the density of the fabric, measured in Momme (M), which indicates the thickness and weight of silk.
Think of momme as a way of weighing silk:
At DaisySilk, most of our core collection is made from 19 and 22 momme silk, with a few lightweight summer print dresses or blouses made from 12 to 16 momme silk for a light, airy, semi-sheer feel, and we are gradually moving more pieces to 22 momme to further enhance comfort, durability, and luxury.
Think of momme as a way of weighing silk:
- The higher the momme, the more silk fibers are used, making the fabric thicker, stronger, longer-lasting, and more valuable.
- The lower the momme, the fabric feels lighter and less durable, and wears out faster.
At DaisySilk, most of our core collection is made from 19 and 22 momme silk, with a few lightweight summer print dresses or blouses made from 12 to 16 momme silk for a light, airy, semi-sheer feel, and we are gradually moving more pieces to 22 momme to further enhance comfort, durability, and luxury.
12-16 Momme
- Lightweight and airy
- Common in fast fashion and lower-cost pieces
- Less durable and shorter lifespan
19-22 Momme
- Soft, durable, and elegant
- Main choice for premium clothing and bedding
- DaisySilk core fabric, gradually upgrading more pieces to 22 momme
25-40 Momme
- Thick, luxurious, and long-lasting fabric
- Specially developed for structured garments like blazers, vests, and tailored pants
- 25/30/32 Momme was developed to offer a balanced premium feel at a lower weight and cost
Understanding Silk Fabrics
Weaving Method: Woven vs Knit
Silk fabrics are made in two main ways: Woven and Knit. The main difference is how the threads are arranged, which affects stretch, feel, and the types of clothing each is best suited for.
Woven silk is made by weaving threads over and under each other in a criss-cross pattern, like a small checkerboard. This creates a stable fabric that feels smooth or slightly crisp, with very little stretch. Woven silk dominates mainstream apparel due to its polished look and graceful drape, making it ideal for dresses, blouses, pajamas, scarves, and bedding.
Knit Silk is made by looping yarns together, giving the fabric natural stretch, softness, and breathability. Knit silk is mostly used for comfortable, body-hugging garments such as T-shirts, lingerie, leggings, and loungewear.
| Feature | Woven Silk | Knit Silk |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | Threads cross at right angles, forming a stable, firm fabric | Yarn forms loops, making it flexible and stretchy |
| Hand-feel | Smooth or slightly crisp, with an elegant drape | Soft, naturally stretchy, hugs the body |
| Elasticity | Very low | High |
| Typical Uses | Dresses, blouses, scarves, pajamas, bedding | T-shirts, lingerie, leggings, loungewear |
Woven Silk: Glossy vs Matte
Most silk fabrics we used in clothing are woven. And the easiest way to understand them is by appearance: glossy or matte.
Glossy Woven Silk:
The main type of glossy woven silk is Charmeuse. known for its smooth surface, natural shine, and elegant drape. It's important to note that “Satin” refers to a weaving style that that creates this glossy look, not the fiber itself. Satin can be made from pure silk (Silk Satin) or from polyester, nylon, and blends. Many inexpensive fabrics labeled “Silk Satin” may contain little or no silk.
The main type of glossy woven silk is Charmeuse. known for its smooth surface, natural shine, and elegant drape. It's important to note that “Satin” refers to a weaving style that that creates this glossy look, not the fiber itself. Satin can be made from pure silk (Silk Satin) or from polyester, nylon, and blends. Many inexpensive fabrics labeled “Silk Satin” may contain little or no silk.
Matte Woven Silk:
Matte silks offer a softer, understated look without the high shine of Charmeuse.
Matte silks offer a softer, understated look without the high shine of Charmeuse.
- Non-stretch matte: From lightweight and airy Georgette and Chiffon, to medium weight Crepe de Chine and Double Georgette, to heavier and more structured Double Crepe and Heavy Georgette. Among these, medium-weight options are the most widely used, forming the core fabrics of many silk garments.
- Stretch matte: Since woven silk has no natural stretch, a small amount of elastic fiber is blended in to achieve a better fit for blouses or dresses. We use Stretch Double Georgette (90% Mulberry Silk + 10% Spandex), which provides gentle stretch while preserving the luxurious feel of silk.
Most Commonly Used Silk Fabrics
Charmeuse
- Smooth, dense, no grain, pearl-like luster; Glossy front & dull back
- Medium weight, sleek and flowing, rich hand-feel
- Relatively prone to wrinkling due to the dense weave
- Medium weight, sleek and flowing, rich hand-feel
- Relatively prone to wrinkling due to the dense weave
Crepe de Chine
- Fine crinkled texture, subtle wave-like surface, Matte, gentle pearl sheen, both sides creped
- Medium to heavy, soft yet substantial, excellent drape
- More resistant to wrinkles than Charmeuse
- Medium to heavy, soft yet substantial, excellent drape
- More resistant to wrinkles than Charmeuse
Double Georgette
- Slightly granular texture, loose weave, semi-sheer, matte without strong luster, even surface
- Light to medium, airy yet slightly substantial, soft drape
- Moderate wrinkle resistance, softer and lighter than crepe
- Light to medium, airy yet slightly substantial, soft drape
- Moderate wrinkle resistance, softer and lighter than crepe
OUR MISSION
We only craft exquisite finest 6A-grade mulberry silk.
SUSTAINABILITY
We are dedicated to utilizing natural and biodegradable materials,
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