Original Margilan Shoyi / Crepe Pure Silk Fabric 40 GSM - Undyed White Margelan Uzbek Silk Material by Yard for Fashion, Silk Scarves, Batik

The original Margilan Shoyi 100% pure silk from Uzbekistan is the heaviest fabric in the Margilan Silk collection, although still very light at approximately 40 gsm (9.2 momme). It is a luxurious natural fabric that resembles Silk Crepe de Chine.

Margilan Shoyi is a breathable, crisp, and matte handwoven silk ideal for natural clothing, artistic dye work, scarves, traditional garments, textile art, and eco-fashion. Luxurious and nearly weightless, this unique hand-made material emits a delicate sheen reminiscent of pearls. Among all natural fabrics, Margilan Shoyi silk stands out as exceptionally tender, elegant and noble boasting a beautiful pearlescent shine.

This unique handmade fabric is undyed and sold by the yard or by the metre.

Details:

• Length: by the yard or by the metre
• Width: available in the following widths: 45 cm (18 in.), 50 cm (20 in.), these measurements are approximate and may vary slightly due to hand-made nature of the fabric.
• Weight/density: this is the heaviest silk fabric in the Margilan Silk collection - 40 g per square metre (9.2 momme).

Usage:
Shoyi silk is commonly used in traditional Central Asian garments, such as robes, tunics, and scarves, prized for its breathability in hot climates and its ability to hold natural dyes beautifully. It is also popular in modern slow fashion and artisan clothing, where its crisp hand and semi-sheer quality lend well to lightweight blouses, dresses, and layering pieces. In textile arts, Shoyi is used for natural dyeing, eco-printing, and nuno felting, particularly when a bit more structure is needed compared to ultra-light gauze fabrics. Its handwoven texture and cultural authenticity also make it desirable for custom couture, veils, and minimalist fashion that embraces raw materials and visible craftsmanship.

Main qualities:

• Lightweight & Breathable - feels airy and cool against the skin, ideal for warm climates.
• Crisp Texture - has a dry, structured hand (unlike soft or slippery silks), holds its shape well, giving garments subtle body.
• Semi-Sheer Weave - suitable for layering, veils, scarves, or as a base for dyeing
• Matte Finish - naturally matte, with no high-gloss sheen, takes on a soft luster after dyeing or washing.
• Excellent Dye Affinity - absorbs natural dyes, eco-prints, and botanical pigments beautifully, ideal for textile artists and slow fashion designers.
• Cultural Authenticity - deeply rooted in Central Asian textile traditions, traditionally used in garments, scarves, and ceremonial wear.

Comparison of Margilan Silk Fabrics
For your convenience, we are providing below a brief side-by-side comparison of all of our hand-made fabrics in the Margilan Silk collection.

1. Margilan Rarefied Silk Gauze/Scrim Fabric
   Weight: the lightest fabric in the Margilan Silk collection - 9 g per square metre (2.1 mm).
   Usage: nuno-felting projects and theater stage decorations.

2. Margilan Silk Gauze Fabric
   Weight: a lightweight fabric in the Margilan Silk collection - 14 g per square metre (3.2 mm).
   Usage: nuno-felting projects, wedding veils, silk scarves and garments, also suitable for sewing.

3. Margilan Excelsior / Pongee Silk Fabric 18 GSM
   Weight: a medium-weight fabric in the Margilan Silk collection - 18 g per square metre (4.1 mm) , similar to 5-mommee silk paj / pongee silk and habotai.
   Usage: nuno-felting projects, silk scarves, garments and sewing, ideal for batik art and botanical printing in your felting and textile projects.

4. Margilan Excelsior / Pongee Silk Fabric 20 GSM
   Weight: a medium-weight fabric in the Margilan Silk collection - 20 g per square metre (4.6 mm), similar to 5-mommee silk paj / pongee silk and habotai.
   Usage: very popular for batik art and botanical printing in felting and textile projects. It’s also perfect for silk scarves, garments and sewing. Can also be used in nuno-felting projects, but is less suitable for felting than the other lighter Margilan fabrics.

5. Margilan Shoyi / Crepe Silk Fabric 40 GSM
   Weight: the heaviest fabric in the Margilan Silk collection - 40 g per square metre (9.2 mm), similar to Silk Crepe De Chine.
   Usage: commonly used for scarves, veils, lightweight garments, and textile art, valued for its crisp texture, breathability, and ability to absorb natural dyes. Its handwoven structure makes it ideal for eco-printing, nuno felting, and layered clothing in artisanal and slow fashion.