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Short, clear guides on silk, nightwear, care and gifting

How to Choose Silk Pyjamas: Cut, Sleeve Length, Colour, SizeHow to Choose Silk Pyjamas: Cut, Sleeve Length, Colour, SizeWith silk pyjamas, choose the use first: a strappy or camisole shorts set for summer, a shirt and long trousers for all seasons. Woven si...Types of Lace: Guipure, Chantilly, Galloon and Eyelash LaceTypes of Lace: Guipure, Chantilly, Galloon and Eyelash LaceLace falls into two groups, with and without a ground: Chantilly and eyelash lace sit on a fine net ground, while guipure has no ground a...How to Wear a Slip Dress: At Home, at Night and in the EveningHow to Wear a Slip Dress: At Home, at Night and in the EveningA slip dress is a simple thin-strapped dress, usually bias-cut, that follows the line of the body. Wear it alone at home, with a robe or ...Valentine's Day Gift: How to Choose Loungewear and NightwearValentine's Day Gift: How to Choose Loungewear and NightwearWhen buying loungewear for Valentine's Day, lower the size risk first: belted robes and kimonos are the most forgiving pieces. Choose the...Robe or Kimono? The Difference and Which to ChooseRobe or Kimono? The Difference and Which to ChooseA kimono is a loose, T-shaped layer with a flat band collar and wide sleeves; a robe is usually longer, with sleeves closer to the wrist,...What Is Momme? Silk's Unit of Weight, ExplainedWhat Is Momme? Silk's Unit of Weight, ExplainedMomme is the unit of weight for silk fabric; one momme equals roughly 4.3 grams per square metre. As momme rises, fabric is generally mor...Luxury Loungewear Guide: What Makes It Luxury and How to ChooseLuxury Loungewear Guide: What Makes It Luxury and How to ChooseLuxury loungewear is defined not by the price tag but by fibre, weave, cut, seams and care. A few well-made pieces that work together get...How to Remove Stains from Silk: Sweat, Make-up, Perfume, Oil and WineHow to Remove Stains from Silk: Sweat, Make-up, Perfume, Oil and WineTreat a stain on silk straight away, with cold water and without rubbing: blot the excess with a white cloth, rinse the stain from the ba...Why Silk for the 12th Anniversary? Meaning and Gift IdeasWhy Silk for the 12th Anniversary? Meaning and Gift IdeasOn the traditional anniversary list, the 12th year is silk; the UK list pairs silk with fine linen, and the modern list gives pearl. Choo...Are Silk Pyjamas Hot in Summer?Are Silk Pyjamas Hot in Summer?Generally, no. Finely woven silk is light, lets air through and absorbs some moisture, so on warm nights it doesn't cling and trap heat t...Are Silk Pyjamas Warm Enough for Winter?Are Silk Pyjamas Warm Enough for Winter?Silk won't make you cold, but on its own a thin pair of silk pyjamas won't keep you as warm as flannel in a cold room either. Its fine we...How to Wash Silk: By Hand and in the Machine, Step by StepHow to Wash Silk: By Hand and in the Machine, Step by StepIf the label allows, silk is washed inside out, by hand or in a mesh bag on the machine's delicate cycle, in water no warmer than 30°C wi...How to Iron Silk: Heat, Moisture and Steam SettingsHow to Iron Silk: Heat, Moisture and Steam SettingsIron silk inside out, on the lowest heat setting (one dot) and while the fabric is slightly damp; put a thin cotton cloth in between and ...How to Store Silk Clothes: Dust Bags, Hangers, Moths and SeasonsHow to Store Silk Clothes: Dust Bags, Hangers, Moths and SeasonsStore silk clean and completely dry, in a breathable cotton dust bag, in a cool, dry wardrobe out of the sun. Hang robes and kimonos on b...Types of Silk Fabric: 8 Weaves from Charmeuse to DupioniTypes of Silk Fabric: 8 Weaves from Charmeuse to DupioniSilk fabrics differ by weave and yarn twist; the most common types are charmeuse, crêpe de chine, habotai, twill, chiffon, georgette, org...How to Choose a Silk Nightgown: Length, Cut, Straps and SizeHow to Choose a Silk Nightgown: Length, Cut, Straps and SizeStart with how you will wear it: a long silk nightgown suits cool nights and pairs with a robe, a short one is easier in warm weather and...How to Tell If Silk Is Real: 6 Tests You Can Do at HomeHow to Tell If Silk Is Real: 6 Tests You Can Do at HomeThe most reliable way to tell real silk is the fibre composition on the label. At home, silk warms quickly in the hand, and a burnt threa...What Is a Bridal Robe and When Do You Wear It?What Is a Bridal Robe and When Do You Wear It?A bridal robe is the front-opening, belted robe a bride wears on the wedding morning while her hair and make-up are done. It appears in t...Nightgown Size Guide: How to Measure, Step by StepNightgown Size Guide: How to Measure, Step by StepChoose your nightgown size by your bust, waist and hip measurements, not by the letter; keep the tape parallel to the floor and don't pul...Men's Silk Pyjamas Guide: Robe, Set and SizeMen's Silk Pyjamas Guide: Robe, Set and SizeMen's silk loungewear is built from three pieces: a shawl-collar robe, long trousers and shorts. Black, anthracite or khaki is the easies...What Goes in a Groom's Bohça? List and PresentationWhat Goes in a Groom's Bohça? List and PresentationThe groom's bohça is a gift bundle the bride's side prepares for the groom in Turkish wedding tradition. It usually holds pyjamas, a robe...Matching Couple Pyjamas: A Gift Guide for Partners and SpousesMatching Couple Pyjamas: A Gift Guide for Partners and SpousesMatching couple pyjamas are loungewear pieces in the same colour or fabric that two people wear together. As a gift, pieces in the same c...Trousseau List: Nightdresses, Robes and LoungewearTrousseau List: Nightdresses, Robes and LoungewearFor the clothing part of a çeyiz, the Turkish bride's trousseau, a sensible start is 2–3 nightdresses, 1–2 robes, 2 pyjama sets and a lou...Honeymoon Packing List: What Nightwear and Loungewear to PackHoneymoon Packing List: What Nightwear and Loungewear to PackFor a one-week honeymoon, 2–3 nightdresses or shorts sets, one robe and a slip dress you can also wear to dinner are enough for most peop...Silk vs Satin: How to Tell the DifferenceSilk vs Satin: How to Tell the DifferenceSatin is a weave and silk is a fibre: satin can be woven from silk or from polyester. Whether a fabric is silk is told by the fibre compo...