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Silk Scarf Weight Is Significant

It costs more to make silk material the heavier it is. Silk is weighed in mommes. Retail labeling does not generally say what this is for a given scarf. But you can tell what it is to some extent just by holding it. If it has a very sheer gossamer look and feel, it’s going to be very light, potentially 4 or 6 mommes. If it is fairly substantial with strong coloring that holds up to light, it is probably 10 to 12 mommes. Much heavier than that, you are getting into weights that are better suited for drapery and upholstery. My favorite weight for silk scarves is 12 mommes. It’s a ideal weight, not too light or heavy.