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Is Silk Good for Warmth Without Weight?

A solid choice — #15 of 31
Silk ranks #15 of 31 fabrics for warmth without weight. It is a good fabric for this. Ranked on warmth relative to weight, with a packability bonus. The top pick is Cashmere.

Silk at a glance

Breathability 60 · Moisture 11% · Warmth 30 · 90 gsm · Packability 85 · Wrinkle resistance 40

Silk measures 60/100 for breathability, 11% moisture regain, 30/100 warmth, at 90 gsm. Warmth-to-weight is the metric: 30/100 warmth at 90 gsm is an excellent ratio for packable insulation.

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