Silk is a natural product produced by worms of different types and is used by humans mainly as cloth or fiber for clothing. Silk is a delicate element and that is why it is sold at high prices in the market, in addition to the fact that the process of its manufacture and treatment is very particular and exclusive. Garments made of silk always maintain a very unique cut, softness and delicacy, which is why it is the fabric used by the most important designers.
Silk is believed to originate from China, although other regions of Southeast Asia also have ancient records of the existence of this fabulous product. Silk is produced and worked by different insects, mainly by those known as silkworms. However, other insects such as larvae, spiders, bees, and wasps all give off silky substances that are very similar to officially accepted silk.
One of the most striking and obvious characteristics of silk is its impressive shine, which is also completely natural. This is achieved from the shape of the silk fibers generated by the insects already mentioned. These fibers allow light to pass through in a particular way and that is why the fabric permanently maintains its shine. Also, silk is especially soft compared to other fabrics. Although today we can find many synthetic fabrics similar to silk on the market, both visually and to the touch there is no possible point of comparison between one and the other.
Despite its visual delicacy, silk is a very strong fiber that is difficult to break or cut by hand. However, if it is wet or heat-dried, it easily loses its properties and its original size, so its treatment must be very careful.
