A Comprehensive Guide To Clothing Fabric: Types, Uses, And Benefits

By Neil Pollin

The Silk Road: More Than Just a Trade Route

Silk’s journey from ancient China to the modern world is nothing short of extraordinary. Once restricted to royalty, it’s now within reach for everyone thanks to centuries-old trade routes.

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What many don’t realize is that silk is one of the strongest natural fibers, making it just as functional as it is luxurious. It’s even used in medical applications—what does that say about its benefits?

Curiously enough, silk is a renewable resource. Silkworms produce it in nature’s very own textile factories. But there’s one more twist…

With innovations in artificial silk, such as rayon, we’re witnessing a boom in affordable luxurious fabrics. What you read next might surprise even the most seasoned fashionista.