Silk is a great base layer material. Here are some attributes of silk:
- silk is the most hypoallergenic of all fabrics
- silk will absorb perspiration while letting your skin breathe
- silk has a smooth surface resists soil and odors well
- silk is warm in the winter and cool when temperatures rise
Although silk is not as warm as merino or yak wool, it is barely noticeable under your clothing. You can wear it everyday during the colder months.
Here is a list of silk base layers:
- 100% Silk Top and Legging Set by Metway — 100% mulberry silk made in Japan — good contruction very silky on skin — $60
- 100% Silk Base Layer Set by Fashion Silk — 100% mulberry silk — another good quality silk — V-neck top — $62
- 100% Silk Leggings by Terramar — this appear to be made of 100% silk which is labeled “filament silk” — $44
- 100% Silk Leggings by REI — $50