SUSTAINABILITY

Environmental issues sit at the forefront of all SilkLiving operations.

The very nature of silk production is a regenerative eco-system and is therefore earth-friendly. The mulberry leaves that silk caterpillars make their cocoons from are a renewable and sustainable crop. Silkworms themselves demand the purest and best quality leaves as their food, ensuring that no pesticides can ever be used on our mulberry trees.

We don’t add any treatments to improve anti-static, flame retardance, wash-and-wear or anti-bacterial properties; there is no need as silk is naturally endowed with these properties. The silk fibre is highly absorptive, so our fabrics are easily coloured using low-impact fibre reactive dyes. Silk requires minimal washing, saving water and reducing the amount of detergents entering our waterways. It is a hard-wearing fabric and if treated with care all SilkLiving products should give years of service; however, at the end of its life silk is biodegradable, decomposing easily in landfills.

The wool used in our Silkspun fabric is fine merino sourced from North China where they do not practice mulesing of sheep. The cotton used is also sourced from China.

The factories that transform the cocoons into beautiful, affordable products are required to meet international standards for social compliance in the supply chain of commerce. Social and ethical standards are maintained in all SilkLiving factories, and employees are paid reasonable wages. SilkLiving management personally visit the factories regularly to ensure our standards are being met. Once our garments are ready, they are sent to New Zealand via boat to save on Carbon emissions.

Our attention to sustainable detail carries through to our packaging. We constantly seek ways to reduce the individual packaging of goods, and where it continues to be required, we use recycled materials wherever possible. Any box packaging is made of recycled cardboard and our printed material is printed on paper from sustainable forests using biodegradable inks. Our courier bags are made from 100% recycled materials.

Wherever possible we employ local and national businesses for a range of services such as logistics, packing, printing and communications.

We are proud to do our bit to give back to the earth, and to offer our customers the natural and sustainable garments that we do. We truly believe that investing in high quality garments, made from entirely natural fibres will help achieve a more sustainable world.

I have a similar product from a different brand and bought this for my partner for our travels — we both think this one is better in terms of feel & quality, and bonus points for the gorgeous color choices.

Tania

It is extremely hard to find silk for men these days unless you like ties (I don't) or paying 300$ for a crappier version of this boxer with Tom Ford slapped onto it, do yourself a favor and never mind all those big name brands, put quality and sustainability first & buy from small businesses like Silk Living. They will blow you away with their sumptuous feel, naturally occurring odor resistance and durability.

Kolaka

Really lovely Silkspun fabric that washes like a dream! Warm in the winter and cooling in the summer. I have (3) pairs of lounge pants (size medium), 3-4 years old, and love them. Thought I would pick up the tops to match. I hang dry and touch up with a warm iron where necessary. I do favor silk and wool clothing and I sized up for the scoop neck (size large) because I don't like tight shirts. Silk Living is a wonderful company. Thank you for selling such high-quality products.

Terri

This is a top quality product that fits well and feels outstanding. Not sure why I couldn't find something like this in the US but the shipping was super fast so I didn't have to wait long. We live in the Southern California desert so silk is going to be my first choice for a shirt in the 115 degree heat. I got the natural white color. I'm very impressed and glad I found Beverley.

Jim

I've been searching for silk yoga pants for years and these are a dream come true. This silkspun material is the most comfortable way to be elegant, yet casual. I bought the silkspun yoga pants, which I adore, and the silkspun caps, and a gorgeous, simple silkspun navy dress, all wonderful to wear, wonderful to give away as a very special gift.

Tanya

I have bought so many of these. They are my goto top, they look great dressed up, or totally casual. Warm, comfortable, light and long lasting! I love the flattering neckline, the ¾ sleeves, and the wonderful inspiring colors! A wonderful, versatile shirt!

Kristina

I bought this to keep my hair happier and healthier and it's so wonderful I want to get an entire sheet set.

Tania

Best silk shirt i have found. If you hold it up in the light, you will see the elegant design of the threading. Its beautiful and it feels so wonderful to wear year round. The customer service is superb in every way. They are wonderful people. Definitely recommend this.

Clark

The most luxurious sheets I have EVER owned!! No matter the thread count on cotton sheets, they can not compete with the 100% silk sheets. And it is true-silk pillowcases do protect hairstyles more than one would think. Yes, I gulped when I pushed the buy buttons, but once they came I have no regrets.

Joy

This is possibly my favorite shirt ever and own eight of them at this point. I do everything in them, from hang around the house, to work, to workout. They wash well and air dry really fast. They work well in hot weather by themselves and cold weather when layered under something else. I do find they stretch out after the first few hours of wear and recently started purchasing a size down to accommodate for this. It would be great if you could bring the purple back or possible offer it in navy.

Amanda

Best silk shirt i have found. If you hold it up in the light, you will see the elegant design of the threading. Its beautiful and it feels so wonderful to wear year round. The customer service is superb in every way. They are wonderful people. Definitely recommend this.

Clark

I bought footwear once in Hawaii which was advertised: "these sandals will change your life". And they are pretty good (Oofas). But the silk items from you guys are much, much better and changing how I travel! Started with two tee shirts for me on fishing trip to Chile. By wearing one, then wash in sink, dry, alternate, had perfect first layer all ten days. Were good on hot days and also on cold evenings. Bought my wife a couple of tops for our upcoming trip to Europe. Cant wait. BUT.... even better than the quality and luxury of the products is the customer service. Was a mixup getting my third tee, in white, and the company went way beyond expectations to make it right. Thanks

Scott

My husband has been hunting for 70+ years and has finally admitted that woolens get heavyl when wet and fleece doesn't cut it. When the conditions range from rain to snow and the temps from temperatures range from-35c to 21c he was getting frustrated stating warm/cool/dry all in one hunt. I surprised him with these silk legliners and when he wore them on a hunt, he couldn't thank me enough! Silk is amazing! Thank-you for such a quick deliver!

Diana

this is perfect ! I feel free , elegant , and light - I have 3 of these shirts and wear them nearly every day .

Diane

These are the best lounge pants ever. I wear these at home everyday in Spring, summer and fall and they are truly amazing in terms of comfort and holding up over time. I was fortunate to get them in purple which I absolutely love.

Beth

I love this dress. Cool, modest, flattering. I keep worrying that the company will stop making this style. Sometimes I panic buy, but so far they’ve been consistently available. I’ve done this since 2016. Please never stop making this dress. I don’t know what I would do for work attire!

Karen

Soft and light material that I want to wear every day - incredibly comfy yet still stylish. Somehow these pants are both cool and cozy at the same time. The port color is lovely.

I absolutely love these. The fabric is not only extremely comfortable but great in hot sticky weather as is in new york. The fabric wears beautifully. The cut is wonderful for me as well. I could not be happier. Looking forward to a second pain as soon as possible. I never want to take them off!! Thanks silk living!!

Sarah

I wear these dresses every day to work. So simple and flattering. I buy a new collection every year

Kitty

This is the most glorious hoodie among the hoodie family. I have all sorts of wool and cashmere. Nothing beats this silk. Especially this silk hoodie. My new favorite hoodie for life.

Clark

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