Silky Soft Without the Silk Price – The Luxury Feel Explained

Short answer: Silky soft clothing does not have to be silk. Bamboo viscose has the same long, smooth type of fibre that gives silk its famous feel, which is why bamboo clothing glides softly and coolly over your skin and feels like pure luxury day to day.

What makes silk silky soft?

The secret of silk is long, smooth fibres with no rough surface. Bamboo viscose shares exactly that property: the fibres are regenerated, long and round, so the fabric feels smooth and slightly shiny, hence the comparison.

The luxury feel in everyday life

The silky soft sensation is clearest where the fabric lies against bare skin: a bamboo slip, a soft nightdress or lovely bamboo bedding. Brands like CCDK and Copenhagen Bamboo are good places to start.

Easier than silk

Unlike real silk, bamboo viscose can handle an ordinary delicate wash at 30-40 degrees, see the washing guide. If you want to know more about the types of the material, we explain the differences in bamboo lyocell vs. bamboo rayon.

Frequently asked questions

Why does bamboo clothing feel silky soft?

The fibres in bamboo viscose are long, smooth and round, just like silk fibres. That is why the fabric glides softly over your skin without scratching.

Is bamboo as soft as real silk?

The feel is very similar to silk, and many people cannot tell the difference in everyday use. At the same time, bamboo viscose is easier to wash and wear day to day.

Which bamboo clothing feels most luxurious?

Nightwear, slips and bedding in bamboo viscose give the clearest silk feel, because the fabric lies directly against your skin.