Silk Maps
During WW2, MI5 came up with the idea of printing escape maps onto silk. As we know it can be folded up so small and when opened up, makes no noise whatsoever! At this time […]
The origins of silk
Silk legend has it that around 2500 BC Lady Hsi Ling Shih was taking a cup of tea when a cocoon fell into her cup and unravelled into silk thread. She has […]
Autumn – the new Patra collection
Welcome Autumn In! Our all new Autumn collection is out now. Beautiful natural fabrics, exclusive styles from Patra will make a welcome addition to your Autumn wardrobe. A favourite transitional piece is featured here – […]
Patra Selections Launches Its New Summer 2012 Collection
Patra Selections has launched its new Summer 2012 collection, made up of new, flattering silk styles and perennial favourites. Summer 2012 sees the launch of Patra Selections’ new collection with an abundance of […]
Patra Selections Sponsors British Superbike Rider Sam West
Patra Selections, the silk mail-order retailer, has become a sponsor of British Superbike (BSB) rider Sam West. Patra Selections, the silk mail-order retailer, is acting as a sponsor to the British Superbike rider Sam West […]
Removing Smells and Stains from Silk Clothing and Dealing with Moths
Every so often, we receive calls from customers for help on removing particular stains from silk. In these instances, using delicate machine wash, handwash or dry cleaning your silk garments may not be […]
Patra Selections Supplies Silk Thermals To A Major Film Production
Patra Selections supplies its popular silk thermal underwear to a major film production. Patra Selections, the silk mail order company, has supplied its popular silk thermals to a major film production. The company has previously […]
Patra Selections Announces Their New Spring 2011 Catalogue
Patra Selections has recently launched their new Spring 2011 catalogue, a mix of popular silk favourites and transitional pieces in new shapes and fabrics. For Spring 2011, Patra have updated their collection and introduced more […]
New Spring 2011 Collection
Our new Spring 2011 catalogue is due to reach you any time soon, but in the meantime, we thought we’d highlight a few of our newest styles to you. Remember that our catalogue is available […]
Patra Selections Helps Raise Funds for the North Dorset Sub Aqua Club
On July 24th 2010, the North Dorset Sub Aqua Club, a member of the British Sub Aqua Club (BSAC), raised over £300 at their club fundraiser. Patra Selections aided in raising this amount, by donating […]