Which kind of silk do you want?

100% natural Mulberry silk, as there is really no other choice. There are several types of silk available on the market, but always insist on 100% Mulberry silk when you choosing your bedding. Only 100% Mulberry silk consists of long-stranded silk fibers. Wild silk, or more commonly known as Tussah silk, is often passed off as Mulberry silk, but the difference in quality is so blatantly obvious, a simple touch on both would instantly teach you the superiority of Mulberry silk.

Inferior silk is often weaved using the Habotai weave, which is why they are also referred to as Habotai silk. The Habotai silk found on the market is usually made up of broken strands of silk, and sometimes even non-silk fibres. For products like silk scarves and other items requiring shorter fibres and does not need much wear and tear resistance, Habotai silk is a economical solution, but it simply lacks the required durability of 100% Mulberry silk, which is one of the most basic criteria for quality bed linen.

What thread count do I need?

A thread count of 400 or more is essential for any silk to be considered high tier. Despite thread count being a somewhat less useful standard when it comes to silk fabric quality, a thread count lower than 400 means the fabric will be very thin and flimsy, as silk threads are very fine (unlike cotton, for which a 300 thread count can be considered quite high), and are unlikely to last very long. This is why when you consider making a purchase of silk linen, thread count should always be something to check for. An ideal thread count for silk linen is 400-600, with anything lower than 400 being low quality and should not be seriously considered.

Are silk duvets as cozy as other quilts?

Absolutely, if not more so. Silk duvets fillings are very different from other, more common duvet fillings. For example, down-filled duvets go over our bodies with sheer bulk - and obviously, the more bulk there is, the heavier the weight of the duvet. Silk duvets are significantly thinner than down duvets by nature, enabling the duvet to naturally drape over your body. Down duvets form a physical barrier between your body and your surroundings, meaning the heat you give off get reflected directly back at you. This process continues throughout the night resulting in overheating, and the resulting perspiration causes clamminess and dehydration. Silk duvets, by nature, are considere