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Why Is Silk So Popular?

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on March 10, 2023March 10, 2023
  • Information on Silk
Properties of Silk

The wonderful properties of silk that you must know about Not only is Silk one of the strongest natural fabrics in the world, but there are many other properties of silk that make it great. […]

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Benefits of Silk during the winter

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on October 28, 2022October 28, 2022
  • Information on Fabrics
benefits of silk

At Patra our story began with Silk. The elegant and luxurious feel on your skin is second to none. So, what other benefits of silk are there, especially through those cool winter months? Silk is […]

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Underwear Confidence Tips

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on June 13, 2022June 14, 2022
  • Collections

Every woman deserves to feel comfortable and confident in her body and one of the best ways to do this is with a good set of underwear. But what exactly makes the perfect underwear set? […]

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History of Japanese Silk

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on September 11, 2020September 11, 2020
  • Heritage
Silk making in Japan

The evolution and significance of silk manufacturing in Japan Many parts of Asia and East Asia are well-known for their silk textiles. When we think about silk production, China is usually the country that comes […]

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Kimono exhibition at the V&A

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on March 16, 2020March 16, 2020
  • Heritage
Kimono Exhibition

Patra explores the secrets of kimonos At Patra we have long standing relationship with silk – working with it to make beautiful garments and appreciating its quality as a fabric. We also enjoy delving into […]

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Better sleep hygiene

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on November 22, 2019April 3, 2020
  • Health and Wellness
Better Sleep Hygiene

Simple ways to improve your sleep The quality and quantity of sleep we get each night can impact many aspects of our lives, so when you get the chance for a bit of shut eye, […]

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Silk used as money

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on October 21, 2019October 21, 2019
  • Heritage
silk used as money

A history of silk as currency We’ve always known that silk is a multifaceted fabric. From high quality clothes to luxurious home furnishings, silk is not only utterly soft but also extremely versatile; an ideal […]

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What is Noil Silk?

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on November 8, 2018April 3, 2020
  • History & Science
what is noil silk?

The matt silk that is such a great fabric for womenswear At Patra, we pride ourselves on our silk knowledge. We select the purest, softest types of silk and thoroughly research the manufacturing process to […]

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From pretty camis to thermal long johns: Exploring the origins of underwear

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on March 20, 2018May 3, 2018
  • Heritage
patra the history of underwear

A brief history of underwear and the natural fabrics that make a perfect set of smalls Great underwear really makes a big difference, like dependable friends that you can always rely on. Made of natural […]

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Yarn Manufacturing Process – How is yarn made?

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on December 6, 2017May 3, 2018
  • Information on Fabrics
Patra yarn manufacturing

Yarn twisting, spun silk and the techniques behind producing quality natural fabrics Do you know how fabric is made? Have you ever wondered how we progress from a single thread to a whole garment? At […]

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