Smooth, fluid, and the most forgiving silk we carry.
What it’s made of
Silk Crepe is 100% mulberry silk made from tightly twisted yarn. The twist makes the yarn coil back on itself, which gives the cloth a slightly pebbled, springy surface. Twisted yarns absorb light rather than reflecting it, so crepe has a soft matte look instead of a high shine.
Crepe and georgette
Both use highly twisted yarn. Crepe has a tighter weave, so it is heavier and more opaque, with a smoother fall. Georgette has a looser weave and is sheerer and grainier. If you want a silk that moves but is not see-through, crepe is the one.
What it feels like
Smooth to the touch but not slippery. It has a subtle texture from the crepe weave, slightly matte rather than reflective, and it moves with the body rather than against it.
How it wears
Silk crepe drapes beautifully and is more forgiving than most silks. Small errors in pleating show less because the fabric recovers gracefully. It suits both evening occasions and formal daytime events.
How to wash it
- Wash: Hand wash recommended, in cold water with a mild, pH-neutral detergent. Rinse gently. Test a hidden corner first: dab it with a damp white cloth, and if colour comes off, take it to a trusted dry cleaner.
- Dry: Lay flat on a clean towel. Reshape while damp.
- Iron: Reverse side, on the silk setting.
More in Caring for silk sarees.
A note on weight
80–110 GSM. Mid-weight for a silk.
Where it comes from
Sourced from Bangalore in Karnataka, a major mulberry silk state, and from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.
Best for
- Shaadi: wedding and function wear
- Jashn: evening occasions
- Daftar: the crepe surface makes it office-appropriate in the right print
- Anyone trying silk for the first time: the most manageable of our silks
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Silk Crepe: quick answers
What is Silk Crepe?
100% mulberry silk made from tightly twisted yarn. It has a pebbled, matte surface and a fluid drape.
Is Silk Crepe a good first silk saree?
Yes. It is the most manageable of our silks, and it recovers gracefully from small errors in pleating.
What is the difference between crepe and georgette?
Both use twisted yarn. Crepe has a tighter weave and is heavier and more opaque. Georgette is sheerer and grainier.
How do I wash a Silk Crepe saree?
Hand wash recommended, in cold water with a pH-neutral detergent. Lay flat to dry and iron on the reverse side.
Is Silk Crepe shiny?
No. It has a soft matte surface.
When should I wear Silk Crepe?
For Shaadi, Jashn and formal daytime events, and in the right print for Daftar.
