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In comparison to other fabrics,
Silk is considered . . . . . . . . .
    • the most luxurious fabric
    • the most comfortable fabric
    • the most absorbent of fabrics (equal to wool)
    • the best fabric for drape
    • the best fabric for color
    • capable of the greatest luster
    • having the finest "hand"
    • soil resistant
    • moth & mildew resistant
    • the strongest natural fabric
    • cool in summer
    • warm in winter
but not all silk is the same, see: Glossary of Silk Terms