Silk has been cultivated and coveted for thousands of years. Soft yet strong, it has been used to make everything from parachutes to blouses. But like so many natural fibres, it has been heavily scrutinised in the reputational battle waged by synthetic textiles manufacturers.

We would never overlook genuine environmental concerns, but when plastic is being heralded as the sustainable option, we know we need to take a closer look. Now is the moment to set the record straight and celebrate nature’s luxury fibre.