Silk Robes Buying Guide

No other bathrobe speaks luxury like 100% silk. People have cultivated silk worms for silk cloth manufacturing for thousands of years. Its warm, durable, and breathable fabric qualities combine to keep it a perpetually desirable bathrobe choice. A silk robe caresses your skin with sumptuous comfort. Silk robes lined with cashmere have added warmth and longer wear.

Affordable Luxury
A silk robe may surprise you with its affordability. It's well worth investing a few more dollars, given their enduring softness and wear. Advantages include:

• Does not catch or bind against other fabrics
• Wicks moisture away from skin
• Dries quickly
• Packs easily and compactly for travel

Caring for Silk Robes
Many silk bathrobes are machine-washable. Check fabric content for 100% silk fabric, as some robes may be made from a silk blend. Synthetic silk bathrobes are made from polyester or nylon. Charmeuse, a satin weave, is a popular silk fabric for robes. Shantung and dupioni have a more robust texture. Raw or sand-washed silk have pebbly textures. Woven satin provides a good robe texture considered superior to knit satin.

Some Extra Tips

• Store your silk robes away from direct sunlight for lasting enjoyment.
• Protect your robe from alcohol-based products, like fragrances or hair styling products, to prevent stain damage.
• Follow care instructions to prolong the life of your bathrobe.

Silk accepts dyes well, so they are available in a wide array of colors, from pastels to brights. You're sure to find several to delight your eyes.