Silk is unique in the fabric world. It’s incredibly strong, yet supple and breezy. It keeps people warm in cool weather, and cool in warm weather. It’s lightweight and it doesn’t take up much room, which makes it perfect for traveling. Multicolored silk shirts also attract the ladies like nothing else (or so I thought in seventh grade). The only downside is that silk cleaning is sometimes unconventional. Some silks may be washed in the machine, but I wouldn’t recommend it. Quality silk vendors will preshrink and colorfast their fabrics, but many don’t just to spite you. Either way, if you read my latest article on how to clean silk, you should be able to get your garment clean without tears or despair.