Silk denim fabrics in 14 combinations in the weight range of 100 to 300 gsm were developed with 100% mulberry silk, 100% eri silk and their combination with cotton and linen as union fabrics. These denim fabrics were woven on rapier loom having width of 44 inches and 3/1 twill weave. The 20s Nm eri noil yarn was also used in the weft which gave the slub and fancy effect to the denim fabric. The types of yarns used, their counts, combinations and construction parameters are given in the Table.

Product range

The silk denim fabrics were converted into mens shirts, trousers, jackets, kids wear, ladies skirts and tops. The garments were finished with enzyme treatment, acid wash, softening treatment with silicon softener. The silk denim fabrics in the weight range of 100-120 gsm are suitable for mens shirts, ladies tops and childrens garments while the heavier varieties (above 120 gsm) are more suitable for trousers, skirts, jackets etc.