Old Times

Basic Introduction to Hangzhou SilkHangzhou is known as the "Silk Capital." The silk fabrics unearthed in Liangzhu dating back 4,700 years reveal the long history of Hangzhou silk. The famous Tang Dynasty poet Bai Juyi's poem "Silk sleeves woven with persimmon knots, green flags for wine under pear blossoms" indicates the high standard of Hangzhou silk at that time. The numerous silk shops in Qinghefang in old times bear witness to the prosperity of the silk economy. Hangzhou silk combines art and fashion, enjoying great popularity among consumers. Product CharacteristicsHangzhou silk has a long history, being lightweight, soft, and colorful, with a wide variety of types. Pure silk fabrics have an elegant and soft luster and a soft, flowing hand feel. Synthetic fabrics have bright and glaring luster and a harder, stiffer feel. Some imitation silk fabrics, though softened, have a dull surface without the pearl-like luster. As early as the Han Dynasty, it was exported overseas through the "Silk Road." Nowadays, it has developed into more than a dozen categories, including satin, brocade, satin, gauze, velvet, crepe, and satin. History and Folk CustomsHangzhou has long been known as the "Silk Capital," with a splendid history of silk production. According…