Natural silk: a luxury that doesn't lie

A precious and time-honored material, silk alone evokes luxury, softness, and elegance. But with so many imitations on the market, it can be difficult to be sure that a fabric is truly genuine silk. Here are our tips for identifying real silk… and understanding why at Carré Blanc, we have chosen mulberry silk, the finest of all.

Mulberry silk: the queen of silks

Mulberry silk is considered the purest and most luxurious. Produced by silkworms fed exclusively on white mulberry leaves, it offers a natural sheen , superior strength , and an extremely soft feel.

At Carré Blanc, we selected it for our exceptional bed linen, such as the Beauté pillowcase. In addition to being sumptuous, this silk is beneficial for the skin and hair: it limits friction, retains moisture and respects even the most sensitive skin.

Tips for recognizing real silk

Here are some simple techniques to detect authentic silk:

• The touch test: real silk feels cool to the touch, but quickly warms up against the skin. It glides between the fingers with a fluid and almost moist feel.
• Natural sheen: unlike synthetic fabrics which shine uniformly, real silk has subtle reflections that change depending on the light.
• The appearance when creased: when the fabric is slightly creased, real silk emits a slight creaking sound, called the "silk creak".
• The thread test: when carefully burned, a genuine silk thread gives off a smell of burnt hair and leaves a crumbly black ash. A synthetic thread melts and forms a hard ball.

Expertise that makes all the difference

Beyond the material itself, it's the craftsmanship that reveals its quality. Carré Blanc prioritizes meticulous weaving and elegant finishing to guarantee the durability and comfort of its silk products. Our pillowcases, for example, are made with soft yet resilient silk, ideal for everyday use.

Why choose silk for your bed linen?

In addition to being sumptuous, silk offers numerous benefits:

• Hypoallergenic and gentle on sensitive skin
• Thermoregulating: cool in summer, warm in winter
• Ideal for hair: less frizz and breakage
• Naturally antibacterial

Conclusion

Recognizing true silk is first and foremost about knowing how to observe, touch, and sometimes even test. By choosing mulberry silk products like those from Carré Blanc, you're investing in a natural, noble, and beneficial material. A true luxury… to be experienced every day.

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