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Protein fiber produced by silkworms. Known for its lustrous appearance, smooth texture, and natural temperature regulation.
Material Score Breakdown
Material-quality rubric (6 axes), not a garment verdict — see disclosure below. Sustainability is a separate Eco score, shown apart.
75/100
DurabilityWeak45
How long the fabric lasts with regular use
ComfortStrong95
Softness, feel against skin, wearability
BreathabilityAbove-average80
Air flow and ventilation
WarmthTypical55
Heat retention and insulation
Moisture WickingTypical60
Ability to pull sweat away from skin
Care EasePoor25
How easy it is to wash, dry, and maintain
Sustainability (separate Eco score)
SustainabilityTypical60
Environmental impact of production and disposal
Brands using silk
8 brands have products in our catalog whose composition contains silk. Sorted by how many garments they offer with this fiber.
Cinq a Sept
14 products
Kith
12 products
Needles
11 products
Comme des Garçons
7 products
Club Monaco
7 products
Cuyana
6 products
Kestin
5 products
Reformation
4 products
Brand grade = average overall score across all of their products containing silk.
Products with silk
See all →Top-scored garments in our catalog whose composition contains silk. Click through for the full quality + health + eco breakdown.
KithB
&Kin Citrus Garden Thompson Camp Collar Shirt - Nocturnal - PH
70% Silk, 30% Lyocell
$275
KithB
&Kin Butterfly Archive Thompson Camp Collar Shirt - Sandrift - PH
70% Silk, 30% Lyocell
$275
KithB
&Kin Tropical Bird Camp Collar Shirt - Sandrift
70% Silk, 30% Lyocell
$275
Engineered GarmentsB
Pocket Square - Black/White Gingham
100% Silk
$84
ReformationB
Teddy Silk Top
100% Silk
$168
StussyB
MOTION FLOWER TIE
100% Silk
$70
Cinq a SeptB
Woven Ruffle Lenore Top
100% Silk
$148
Engineered GarmentsB
Pocket Square - Black/White Houndstooth
100% Silk
$84
ReformationB
Lilibeth Silk Dress
100% Silk
$298
Uniqlo JPB
Silk
100% Silk
$20 · JP
ReformationB
Celine Low Rise Silk Wide Leg Pant
100% Silk
$218
Cinq a SeptB
Mini Jacey Dress
100% Silk
$263
What this score doesn't measure
This is a material rating, not a verdict on any specific garment made from silk. The axes above are research-backed averages for the fiber itself.
- ×Construction. Yarn staple length, weave / knit structure, stitch count, finishing. Identical fiber, very different garments.
- ×Fabric weight (GSM). A 140 GSM tee and a 220 GSM tee made of the same silk feel and last very differently.
- ×Dye + finishing chemicals. Beyond the three we flag (PFAS, formaldehyde, antimony), dozens of textile finishes aren't modelled.
Best For
😴Sleepwear
ExcellentExcellent comfort (95) and breathability (80) for sleeping
🏃Athletic Wear
GoodGood breathability (80) and moisture wicking (60) for light activity
🩲Underwear
GoodGood breathability (80) and comfort (95) for undergarments
🌱Sustainable Fashion
GoodGood sustainability score (60)
Detailed Use Case Scores
formal95
sleepwear85
underwear75
Pros
- ✓ Incredibly smooth and luxurious
- ✓ Natural temperature regulation
- ✓ Hypoallergenic
- ✓ Beautiful drape and sheen
Cons
- ✗ Very delicate
- ✗ Expensive
- ✗ Difficult to care for
- ✗ Stains easily
Better alternatives
Higher-scored natural materials. Same category — what to consider instead.
VicuñaA
+17 vs Silk · 92/100
BiodegradableThe rarest and most expensive animal fiber in the world, from the vicuña of the Andes. Finer than cashmere, incredibly soft, warm, and lightweight. A single coat yields only 250g of usable fiber every 2-3 years.
Merino WoolA
+11 vs Silk · 86/100
BiodegradableUltra-fine wool from Merino sheep. Softer and less itchy than regular wool, with excellent temperature regulation and moisture management.
Sea Island CottonB
+7 vs Silk · 82/100
BiodegradableExtra-long-staple cotton historically grown in the West Indies (Barbados, Jamaica) and Sea Islands of Georgia/South Carolina. Among the rarest commercial fibers on earth — staple length up to 2.5", silky hand feel, intense color saturation when dyed. Used in heritage luxury shirting and bespoke menswear.
Care Guide
Washhand wash (30°C)
Cyclehand
Detergentph neutral
BleachDo not bleach
Dryflat dry
Ironlow
Dry Cleanrecommended
SoftenerNo
Special Notes
• Use a mesh bag if machine washing on delicate
Additional Care Tips
- • Hand wash in cool water (30°C/85°F) with pH-neutral or silk-specific detergent
- • Never wring or twist — gently press water out with a clean towel
- • Air dry flat away from direct sunlight — UV degrades silk proteins
- • Iron on lowest setting while slightly damp, inside out, or use a press cloth
- • Dry clean for best results on structured or embellished garments
- • Store on padded hangers to prevent creasing; use breathable garment bags
Cost
$$$$$
Premium
Shrinkage
Significant risk — hand wash or dry clean
Eco Rating
Moderate impact — consider eco alternatives