The burn test is the most definitive way to confirm whether a scarf is genuine silk, but six other methods provide supporting evidence before you reach for a match. This...

Momme weight is the primary measure of silk fabric density. This guide explains what the number means, how it affects drape, durability and opacity, and which weight to look for...

The complete guide to how Como silk is made, from a mulberry silkworm to a finished scarf. Weaving, printing, dyeing and finishing explained by a Lake Como silk brand.  

How Lake Como silk conquered the world - the 500-year history of Como silk, from the Viscontis and Sforzas to the artisan mills making luxury silk today.