The label says “CAMBODIA – 100% SILK.” The garment has frog closures and a Mandarin collar, a style often sold as Southeast Asian or Chinese-inspired clothing. The fabric has a slubby, matte texture rather than the smooth, shiny look many people associate with silk. A few reasons it could feel like thick linen even if it’s really silk: Silk noil (raw silk) – This is made from shorter silk fibers. It has a nubby texture, is matte instead of shiny, and often feels surprisingly similar to linen or cotton. It’s still 100% silk. Handwoven silk – Some Cambodian silks are woven with a heavier, textured yarn. They can feel crisp and substantial, especially before they’ve been washed and worn.