M Karnan, a silk sari pawnbroker from Chennai who melts zari to recover metal, paints an even grim picture. “Many customers argue that they purchased pure zari silk saris for say `3 lakh or `5 lakh.

Sophie learns the tricks of the camellia trade with a third-generation grower.

This pure silk top in the shade 'summer chocolate' will have you feeling both cool and sleek this summer. The open back adds a chic edge to its simple silhouette, allowing you to dress it up or down.

The subtle crunching or rustling sound produced by pure silk is frequently referred to as "silk music." Fake silk typically produces a flat, artificial sound or remains silent.

Selling it under a brand name will guarantee the buyer a pure silk, certified by the Central Silk Board, providing a mark of authenticity and quality assurance.

Discover how CRISPR-Cas9 technology is revolutionizing spider silk production with red fluorescent fibers and advancing genetic research.

On a recent episode of the ‘Odd Lots’ podcast, Sarah LaFleur, founder of M.M. LaFleur, sounded the alarm that silk is about to get harder to find. We rounded up the still-available, Strategist ...

Six yards of silk unfurls, the fabric gently rustles around your body as you wear it, the pleats are stiffly tucked in, the pallu shines with intricate designs.

Stretching spider silk makes it stronger New study finds the amount of stretching determines the fibers' properties Date: March 7, 2025 Source: Northwestern University Summary: When they weave ...

Wondering how to identify a pure Banarasi silk saree? Experts share essential tips on checking motifs, fabric quality, zari, and more to ensure authenticity.

Coastal Carolina Camellia Society put on the 74th annual flower show in Charleston. The tradition has gone on for decades and features many types of camellias.

In a materials science discovery, scientists made a liquid silk solution that hardens and picks up objects—not unlike Spider-Man’s web.