Silk Fabric Types

Silk fabrics, particularly mulberry silk, have evolved to meet various market demands, resulting in a wide range of types. While pure charmeuse silk fabric is commonly used in home textiles, the garment industry requires a broader variety of silk fabrics to cater to different styles and applications.

100% Mulberry Silk:

  • Pure Charmeuse Silk – The most widely used silk fabric in home textiles.
  • Pure Silk Habotai
  • Pure Silk Crepe de Chine
  • Pure Silk Georgette
  • Pure Silk Organza
  • Pure Silk Chiffon
  • Pure Silk Crinkle Crepe


Blended Fabrics:

  • Silk Elastic Fabric
  • Silk Stretch Crepe de Chine
  • Silk-Wool Twill
  • Silk-Wool Fabric
  • Silk Velvet Fabric


Special Treatments and Processes:


Fabric Properties:

  • Pure silk fabrics consist of 100% mulberry silk fibers, which are completely natural.
  • For garments, stretch and comfort are essential, so spandex is added to create stretch silk fabrics.
  • Silk-wool blends provide a more structured look, making them popular in high-fashion and runway designs.
  • Silk Jacquard – Adds intricate patterns for a more dynamic and textured look.
  • Printed Silk – Features a variety of colorful and speical designs, making fabrics more unique.
  • Sandwashed Silk – For those who prefer a matte finish, sandwashing gives the silk a soft, textured surface.
  • Silver Ion Silk – Incorporates silver ions into the fabric for enhanced antibacterial properties.
  • Hyaluronic Acid Silk – Enriched with hyaluronic acid to meet the needs of skincare-conscious consumers.


Beyond mulberry silk, there are also wild silk fabrics, like tussah silk fabric, which are made from shorter fibers. These fabrics may have a rougher texture with natural imperfections, catering to a different segment of the market.

For more details on each type of silk fabric, please click on the fabric names above.