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The Lunar New Year and many festive occassions are often known for bringing family together to celebrate. We also wanted to highlight the importance of friendships, the ones who are just like family, during this special event. Our founder Yang, and our Head of Overseas, Lakshmii, have been friends for 18 years since the first day of university where they happened to live next door to one another and be on the same course. Throughout this blog, they have shared their thoughts on how, despite geographic boundaries for 15 of the years, they have kept a strong bond leading to them working together from day one of Silkinc.
Just like silk, friendships are soft yet strong, intricate yet simple, and undeniably precious. Friendships take time and effort to nurture, like any important relationship, but they can often be the first to fall to the wayside when lives become busier. This year, we wanted to commit to nurturing these bonds with intention, thoughtfulness, and a touch of elegance.
Share Time That Feels Like Silk
'We don't get to see each other in person very much as we live on the other side of the world from one another. But the moments we do see one another are very special. We are fully in each others presence and always comfortable.'
Picture an afternoon spent lounging in silky pajamas, sharing stories with a friend or basking in the quiet companionship of your pet curled beside you. Perhaps there’s a gentle nuzzle, a wagging tail, or a soft purr, adding another layer of warmth to the moment. These uncomplicated, heartfelt experiences, like silk itself, exude comfort and joy. This year, at Silkinc, we want to be intentional about making time to share time together over a leisurely walk or a long conversation on the couch. These tender connections—both human and furry—are the threads that make life richer, softer, and unforgettable.
Embroidering Friendship with Care and Rituals
'We take sustainability seriously but we also take our friendship just as seriously! Through business trips for Silkinc as well as our holidays, we find moments to meet. Our latest chance was in Paris in December 2024, for the Silkinc event at the Louvre. Even through it was just a few days, it was so lovely to grab a proper coffee and croissant together as we walked down the Parisian streets.'
Friendships, like silk, become more precious with intentional care and meaningful rituals. Imagine creating traditions as personal as the delicate patterns embroidered on fine silk—a monthly brunch, a New Year’s gathering for setting shared intentions, or a thoughtful "silk swap" of small, cherished gifts. These rituals not only add joy to the present but weave shared and memorable moment.
Just as silk thrives under gentle handling, friendships require kindness, attention, and effort to flourish. A heartfelt note, an unexpected call, or simply being present during tough times mirrors the mindful care silk deserves. By treating your bonds with this level of consideration, you ensure they remain as vibrant and enduring as the finest mulberry silk, a testament to the beauty of shared lives and shared love.
Celebrate the Beauty of Togetherness
'At university, we found we had more similarities than expected despite coming from different parts of the world, from the importance family plays to us to how we loved getting involved in all the different things that university had to offer. Even now, although we live very different day to day lives and our strengths differ, I think we work together to bring out the best in one another.'
Silk’s natural elegance lies in its ability to adapt, draping gracefully and effortlessly in any form. Similarly, relationships—be they friendships or the love shared with a partner—flourish when built on mutual respect and understanding. Just as silk embraces imperfections to create its unique sheen, love thrives in the balance between shared joys and personal growth.
In the quiet rhythms of life, cherish the effortless moments with your loved one: a knowing glance, a supportive gesture, or simply sharing a laugh. These acts, like silk’s soft embrace, reflect love’s natural ease—unspoken, unwavering, and enduring.
A Gift That Speaks Volumes
'Our birthdays happen to be three days apart. Yang is always so thoughtful, just this past month sharing a beautiful and elegant bracelet. Our gifts are not always things, I remember sharing a photo collage of our memories on my last day in our university flat.'
There’s a quiet charm in giving silk as a token of your affection. Whether it’s a scarf, a pillowcase, or matching loungewear / pajamas, silk carries a message: "You are cherished, and I wish you nothing but comfort and joy." Gifting silk feels like sharing a piece of luxury and love, reminding friends of the care and thoughtfulness you hold for them.
By treating your friendships with the grace, care, and elegance of silk, you can create bonds that withstand time and shine brightly through life’s twists and turns. Let this be the year of woven connections—soft, strong, and endlessly beautiful.
