Silk vs Satin, Mulberry vs Regular: Why Quality and Certification Matter

When it comes to luxury sleepwear, pillowcases, and accessories, not all fabrics are created equal. At Forsters Finery, we pride ourselves on using Grade 6A Mulberry Silk with the perfect 19 momme weight—ideal for nightwear—and ensuring every piece is Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified. Here’s why that matters.

🧵 Silk vs Satin: A Common Misconception

Silk is a natural protein fiber produced by silkworms. It’s breathable, hypoallergenic, temperature-regulating, and incredibly gentle on skin and hair.
Satin, on the other hand, refers to a weave pattern—and is typically made from synthetic materials like polyester or nylon.

💡 While satin may mimic the feel of silk, it lacks the health and comfort benefits of real silk.
If you’re looking to invest in your sleep and skin health, 100% mulberry silk is the superior choice.

🐛 Mulberry Silk vs Regular Silk

Even among silk fabrics, quality varies.

• Mulberry Silk comes from silkworms fed exclusively mulberry leaves. This produces a stronger, softer, and more uniform fiber.

• Regular (or wild) silk like Tussah tends to have shorter fibers, coarser texture, and more inconsistencies.

At Forsters Finery, we only use Grade 6A Mulberry Silk—the highest grade available—for unmatched softness, strength, and durability.

✨ Why 19 Momme Silk is Ideal

Momme (mm) measures the weight and density of silk. For nightwear and pillowcases, 19 momme is the sweet spot—providing the perfect balance of softness, breathability, and durability without being too heavy or too delicate.

Forsters Finery uses 19 momme silk in all sleepwear and pillowcase collections, ensuring a comfortable, all-season experience.

✅ Oeko-Tex Standard 100: Certified Clean

Your skin deserves the best—especially while you sleep. That’s why all of our silk fabrics are Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified, which guarantees they are:

• Free from harmful chemicals and residues

• Safe for sensitive skin

• Ethically produced with minimal environmental impact

When you choose Forsters Finery, you’re choosing pure, worry-free luxury.

💫 The Forsters Finery Promise

We’re not just offering silk—we’re offering peace of mind, comfort, and elegance. Designed in Canada and shipped from Vancouver Island, our products are:

• Made with Grade 6A Oeko-Tex certified Mulberry silk

• Crafted with the perfect 19 momme weight for nightwear

• Sized to fit North American standards

• Available in over a dozen timeless colours

• Delivered with free shipping and care

💖 Whether you’re upgrading your own sleep or gifting someone special, luxury never felt so thoughtful—or so accessible.