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Insights, stories, and news from the world of silk.
What is silk?
From the delicate thread of a cocoon to one of the world’s most treasured fabrics, silk has been admired for thousands of years. Its natural glow, softness, and strength make it a timeless symbol of beauty and refinement. Here, we uncover its essence — from its origins to the journey that turns a single filament into a masterpiece of textile art.
From the cocoon to the yarn, how silk is born
The silk rearing For many centuries, the silk rearing in particular and the sericulture in general have been a prerogative of China and of its emperors, as seen in the article about silk history. The silkworm and the silk production process comes / arrived from Sicily in XIII century and from there it spread firstly […]
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From the cocoon to the yarn, how silk is born
The silk rearing For many centuries, the silk rearing in particular and the sericulture in general have been a prerogative...
Curiosities regarding Silk: Q & A
It is widely acknowledged that silk is a precious fiber however; there are many other aspects of this precious materiai...
History of silk
Silk is elegance woven with purpose. Celebrated for thousands of years, it combines strength with lightness, softness with resilience, tradition with innovation. In this section, we uncover the qualities that make silk a timeless choice for fashion, design, and science alike — a material of the past that speaks to the present.
The rural tradition and silk
Article written by a passionate reader for “Testimonianze”, the column dedicated to those who, like us, contribute every day to sharing the secrets of this natural and precious fibre. The first time that, still a young boy, I entered the stately building overlooking the square of the Duomo of Ceneda, once owned by my great-great-grandfather, […]
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The rural tradition and silk
Article written by a passionate reader for “Testimonianze”, the column dedicated to those who, like us, contribute every day to...
Silk origins, history and legends
The discovery of the Chinese empress Silk history does not have a precise starting date, although it is sure that...
Why silk
From a hidden secret in ancient China to a treasure traded along the Silk Road, silk has woven itself into the history of civilisations for over 4000 years. In this section, we explore its extraordinary journey — from East to West, from tradition to artistry — and its lasting impact on textile and craft heritage.
The elegance and functionality of silk in interior design
Silk, with its unparalleled lustre and softness and its intrinsic chemical and physical properties, proves to be a resistant, durable and safe material even in the field of interior design. Its value is not only an aesthetic choice, but also offers functional advantages that make it ideal for a wide range of uses in home […]
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The elegance and functionality of silk in interior design
Silk, with its unparalleled lustre and softness and its intrinsic chemical and physical properties, proves to be a resistant, durable...
The thread connecting silk with technology
Silk and technology as a duo may seem something artificial, but these two elements are actually tied up by a...
Silk and Sustainability
From cocoon to fabric, silk tells a story of natural beauty and responsibility. Biodegradable and gentle on the planet, it becomes truly sustainable when paired with ethical processes and green innovation. This section explores how silk can weave together luxury and care for our future.
Silk in the Age of Millennials: The Focus on Sustainable Silk Sourcing
Who are Millennials? The term Millennials refers to the generation born between the early 1980s and the late 1990s, more precisely between 1981 and 1996. Millennials are also known as Generation Y: they are the first to have witnessed the advent of the internet, today they are among the main online consumers and they are […]
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Silk in the Age of Millennials: The Focus on Sustainable Silk Sourcing
Who are Millennials? The term Millennials refers to the generation born between the early 1980s and the late 1990s, more...
Silk and other natural textile fibres
In a time when we are witnessing deforestation and fires affecting the Amazon rainforest, the lungs of the planet, it...
Silk is sustainable, and we shall sustain it
We hear, read and talk more and more in our daily life about sustainability in many contexts but, exactly, what...
Silk districts
Italy’s silk heritage lives on in its historic districts: places where tradition meets innovation, and where skills passed down for centuries still shape excellence today. Discover the landscapes, the artisans, and the culture behind Italian silk.
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Silk curiosities
Stronger than steel, lighter than air — silk is full of surprises. Here, we share fascinating facts, hidden stories, and unexpected uses that reveal the extraordinary side of this ancient fibre. A journey where tradition meets science and wonder.
Silk and its cosmetic properties
Silk makes you beautiful: this is not only the remake of the title of a famous movie, but also something true. With its bright and iridescent reflections, silk is a fiber able to enhance the beauty of dresses and complexions, but its potentialities do not finish here; its proteins are natural elements used for haircare […]
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Silk and its cosmetic properties
Silk makes you beautiful: this is not only the remake of the title of a famous movie, but also something...