Mulberry Silk
The highest quality silk, produced by Bombyx mori silkworms fed exclusively on mulberry leaves. Finer and more uniform than wild silk.
Material Score Breakdown
7-axis material rubric, not a garment verdict — see disclosure below.
How long the fabric lasts with regular use
Softness, feel against skin, wearability
Air flow and ventilation
Heat retention and insulation
Ability to pull sweat away from skin
Environmental impact of production and disposal
How easy it is to wash, dry, and maintain
Brands using mulberry silk
2 brands have products in our catalog whose composition contains mulberry silk. Sorted by how many garments they offer with this fiber.
Brand grade = average overall score across all of their products containing mulberry silk.
Products with mulberry silk
See all →Top-scored garments in our catalog whose composition contains mulberry silk. Click through for the full quality + health + eco breakdown.
What this score doesn't measure
This is a material rating, not a verdict on any specific garment made from mulberry silk. The axes above are research-backed averages for the fiber itself.
- ×Construction. Yarn staple length, weave / knit structure, stitch count, finishing. Identical fiber, very different garments.
- ×Fabric weight (GSM). A 140 GSM tee and a 220 GSM tee made of the same mulberry silk feel and last very differently.
- ×Dye + finishing chemicals. Beyond the three we flag (PFAS, formaldehyde, antimony), dozens of textile finishes aren't modelled.
Best For
Excellent comfort (98) and breathability (82) for sleeping
Good breathability (82) and moisture wicking (62) for light activity
Good breathability (82) and comfort (98) for undergarments
Detailed Use Case Scores
Pros
- ✓ Finest silk quality available
- ✓ Incredibly soft and smooth
- ✓ Natural protein benefits skin and hair
- ✓ Excellent luster
Cons
- ✗ Most expensive silk variety
- ✗ Extremely delicate
- ✗ Requires careful maintenance
- ✗ Yellows with sunlight exposure
Better alternatives
Higher-scored natural materials. Same category — what to consider instead.
+14 vs Mulberry Silk · 92/100
BiodegradableThe rarest and most expensive animal fiber in the world, from the vicuña of the Andes. Finer than cashmere, incredibly soft, warm, and lightweight. A single coat yields only 250g of usable fiber every 2-3 years.
+8 vs Mulberry Silk · 86/100
BiodegradableUltra-fine wool from Merino sheep. Softer and less itchy than regular wool, with excellent temperature regulation and moisture management.
+4 vs Mulberry Silk · 82/100
BiodegradableExtra-long-staple cotton historically grown in the West Indies (Barbados, Jamaica) and Sea Islands of Georgia/South Carolina. Among the rarest commercial fibers on earth — staple length up to 2.5", silky hand feel, intense color saturation when dyed. Used in heritage luxury shirting and bespoke menswear.
Care Guide
Special Notes
• Highest quality silk — handle with extra care
• Use a mesh bag if machine washing on delicate
Additional Care Tips
- • Dry clean only for garments — specify silk-safe solvent to cleaner
- • If hand washing, use cool water (below 30°C) with silk-specific detergent only
- • Never wring, twist, or rub — blot gently with a towel to remove water
- • Air dry flat on a towel away from sunlight — UV causes yellowing
- • Iron inside out on the lowest setting with no steam, or use a press cloth
- • Store in breathable garment bags on padded hangers; avoid plastic which traps moisture
Cost
$$$$$
Premium
Shrinkage
Significant risk — hand wash or dry clean
Eco Rating
Moderate impact — consider eco alternatives