Every Myyou scarf is woven by hand on a traditional loom by skilled artisans whose craft has been passed down through generations. But its journey begins long before the silk reaches the loom.

Wild silk is produced by silkworms that spin protective cocoons before transforming into moths. Unlike conventional silk production, the moths are allowed to emerge naturally, completing their life cycle before the silk is collected.

Once the moths have emerged, the empty cocoons are gathered and softened in water to loosen the natural gum that binds the fibres together. The fibres are then carefully drawn out and spun by hand into yarn, a patient process that gives wild silk its characterful texture.

Some of the yarn is then dyed in small batches, while some is left in its natural state, ready to be woven together in a traditional design. Because wild silk yarn is naturally irregular, setting it up on the loom requires precision, patience and expertise. Each thread is arranged by hand, building the foundation from which the fabric emerges.

Our scarves are woven on traditional handlooms, where artisans pass the shuttle through the threads by hand, one row at a time, the rhythm set by the weaver. These looms are powered entirely by the weaver rather than electricity. Unlike machine-made fabrics, handwoven silk carries subtle variations that reflect both the environment in which the silkworm lived and the touch of every person in its journey, from cocoon to cloth. Each scarf takes two days to weave, and a minimum of five days for the pre-loom processes, with no two exactly alike.

The slightly textured nature of wild silk comes alive through handweaving, allowing the fabric's unique nature to shine. The result is a cloth with depth, movement and individuality.

In India, fabrics like these have long been worn as dupattas: draped over the shoulders or across the body as a finishing touch to an outfit. Lightweight, breathable and elegant, they are designed to move effortlessly with the wearer.

Today, the same versatility allows Myyou scarves to be styled in many ways. Whether worn around the neck on a chilly day, draped over the shoulders on a summer evening, wrapped as a shawl for a special occasion, or simply carried as a beautiful everyday accessory, they bring a touch of handcrafted beauty wherever you are
in the world.

By choosing handwoven silk, you are supporting traditional weaving  communities and helping to preserve a craft that values skill, patience and creativity. 

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