Silk is wonderful on warm nights, as it can absorb up to a third of its own weight in moisture without feeling damp. It is the coolest of all fabrics, yet it responds so quickly to temperature that in the winter, it feels warm and inviting. Silk in hypo-allergenic, resistant to mildew, naturally flame retardant and because it does not generate static, it does not cling.

Not only does silk feel wonderful next to the skin and is an incredible fabric for sheets and nightwear, it is also wonderful for people with rheumatism and other aches and pains because it is much easier to turn in bed.

Why Choose St. Geneve Silk?

All silk is beautiful, but our silk is absolutely gorgeous! They are surprisingly crease resistant, seamless, and can be gently machine washed and dried, making them easy to care for.

In order to live up to the highest quality requirements, all our fabrics are certified according to Oeko-Tex Standard 100. All our silk fabrics are made by a mill in Germany that has specialized in silk since 1923

Silk Quality

The best silks are made from the long single filament that is unwound from the cocoon, and the very best come from perfectly even cocoons. The finest silk filaments are now produced in Brazil, where the climate suits the production better. Inexpensive silks come from other areas of the world, and from lower quality cocoons. The lowest quality silks are made by spinning together the short filaments left over after the long filaments are unwound, as well as from the fuzzy 'floss' found on the outside of the cocoon.

Drawbacks?

Good silk is expensive. That is why it is not seen too often. However, those that have these wonderful sheets know that they are worth it. Silk is easy to care for properly and it will last for many years, but it won't forgive careless mistreatment.