FabricIQ
Reading the label…
FabricIQ
Reading the label…
Silk vs Polyester: comfort, breathability, health impact, sustainability, and care compared. The real difference between luxury and fast fashion.
natural
75/100
synthetic
52/100
🌱 Biodegradable
$$$$$ — Premium
Shrinkage: high
🌍 Not biodegradable — persists 200+ years
$ — Budget-friendly
Shrinkage: none
⚠️ Common in fast fashion
Silk scores higher overall (75 vs 52). Plus, Silk is biodegradable while Polyester is not — better for the planet. The right choice depends on what matters most to you — check the individual scores above to decide.