It is well said, ‘all that is
golden and shimmering is Muga’. Muga silk is popularly
known for its natural shimmering golden color and its
sumptuous, royal, heavenly and sensual look.
Muga silk is a wonderful gift of nature extracted
from a species of insect not to be found any where in
the world except in the state of Assam in North Eastern
region of India.
Muga is obtained from semi domesticated silk worm
called aantheraea asamenisis.
Muga was worn only by Ahom kings and noble families
of Assam for six hundred years. It was unknown to the
outer world until 1662 when Jean Joseph Tavernier, a
French explorer, traveled through Assam. Today, ‘Mekhala
Chador’ made of Muga silk forms the traditional costume
of the Assamese community.
Characteristics of Muga Silk
Fabric
It has natural golden shade.
With every wash, the golden color and shine
increases.
It is very durable.
t is a stain free fabric.
It can be hand washed.
It absorbs moisture better than any other silk.
It has the highest tensile strength amongst all
other natural fabrics.
It can absorb UV rays.
Our Products :
Reeled filament Yarn
Spun Yarn
Home furnishing like –
- bed spreads
- cushion covers
- pillow covers
- curtains
- wall hangings, etc
The fabric is also used in making fishing nets and
rope.
Tie, scarf, trousers and lining for other
materials.
In Indian dresses, the fabric is used for –
- gorgeous and exotic sarees
- ghagra
- salwar suits
- stole
- shawl etc.
