Understanding mulberry habotai silk scarves

When I first began designing scarves, I knew I wanted to create something that felt as good as it looked—soft, sustainable, and elegant in motion. That’s what led me to mulberry habotai silk.

But what does that actually mean?

Let’s unravel it together.

Mulberry Silk: Nature’s Finest Thread

Mulberry silk is often called the queen of silks—and for good reason.

It comes from the Bombyx mori silkworm, which feeds exclusively on mulberry leaves. This pure diet produces incredibly fine fibres: soft, smooth, strong, and naturally lustrous.

It’s the kind of silk you’ll find in high-end garments, luxury bedding—and in every scarf I create.

Habotai Silk: The Weave That Moves With You

While “mulberry” describes the source of the silk, habotai refers to its weave.

Habotai is a lightweight, plain-weave silk that’s beautifully soft with a gentle sheen. It drapes like a dream—fluid and airy—making it ideal for scarves that are meant to move with you, not sit stiffly on a hanger.

A Simple Way to Remember It

Think of it like this:
Mulberry is what the silk is made from.
Habotai is how it’s woven.

So, all habotai silk is mulberry silk—but not all mulberry silk is habotai. It’s like how all champagne is sparkling wine, but not all sparkling wine is champagne.

Why I Chose It for Elebo Designs

This silk isn’t just beautiful. It’s expressive.

Habotai’s lightness allows my designs to flow and shift with the light. The way it catches colour and movement gives each scarf a sense of quiet drama.

Each piece is printed using eco-friendly inks that preserve both the detail and the softness of the fabric. They’re long-lasting, low-impact, and kind to skin (and planet).

A Note on Longevity

While habotai is lighter than some silks, it still carries the strength and resilience of its mulberry roots. With gentle care, your scarf will remain a cherished piece in your wardrobe for years.

(Care tips coming soon.)

Whether you wear it wrapped, draped, knotted or gifted—this is more than a scarf. It’s softness, structure, and story in one piece of art.

Thanks for being here.
Elena

P.S. If you’re curious to experience the flow and feel of habotai silk yourself, I’d love to invite you to explore my scarf collection.

Every piece is made to move with you—and designed to last.