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Silk World

1/85-87 Charles St, Kew VIC 3101

Overview

Silk World is a manufacturer in Kew, within easy reach of the suburb's tree-lined avenues, local schools, and Yarra-side recreation. As part of Kew's everyday shopping and services, it supports routine errands, grocery shopping, and specialty purchases for households nearby. Residents visit throughout the week for essentials and planned shopping trips, often pairing a visit with cafés, schools, or public transport along the same local routes. Retail such as Silk World improves everyday convenience in Kew. Easy access to shopping helps reduce travel time and keeps daily life centred around familiar neighbourhood streets.

Quick info

Address

1/85-87 Charles St, Kew VIC 3101

Opening hours

Monday
9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Accessibility & convenience

Visitor amenities

Credit cards acceptedDebit cards accepted

Reviews

  • Rachael Smith

    ★★★★★

    I had a fantastic experience ordering online. The website was very easy to use, shipping was impressively fast, and everything arrived beautifully and carefully packaged. The silk fabric is absolutely lovely quality and, to my surprise, much easier to work with than I’d been led to believe in the past. On top of that, the staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely happy to help, which really adds to the overall experience. I’m so impressed and will definitely be ordering again — highly recommend!

  • Jennifer Demkin

    ★★★★★

    The colour, texture, sewing of, cutting out pattern and wearing of this stunning emerald green 100% silk dupion was magnificient. I used a steam iron set to silk and have washed dress and stole in front load machine set on cold water. There was no fabric shrinkage. When I pressed the dress and stole after it was washed and dried (outside) I sprayed it with water as I pressed it - very easy to do. As always I tested a piece of fabric first for washing, shrinkage, ironing and sewing - stunning fabric. I designed, made pattern and constructed a dress with a semifitted princess line bodice, bell sleeves and 8 gore (very flared) dress skirt, centre back invisible zipper with hook closure at top decorated with a glittery silver button. Dress was fully lined with black 100% cotton voile with 2 levels of gathered back tulle. I used horsehair braid in the hem of dress and sleeves. I also used a Vogue pattern to make a matching stole - I used 3 of the same glittery silver buttons at the closure of stole. I teamed the outfit off with glittery silver shoes and glittery silver bag. I made this special outfit for my sons wedding on 9/8/2025. I felt very glamorous and received so many compliments. The silk dupion was delightful to wear, light and swisshy. I was a perfect temperature the whole afternoon / evening. This fabric is a 10/10 for me - it was worth every single cent I spent to buy it. Thanks to Silk World for sending me samples and being very helpful.

  • emily woods

    ★★★★★

    Organza silk in rose tea. The photo on website was fairly accurate to what I saw on my mobile (samsung). Beautiful feel. No imperfections. Beautiful drape as pictured (love that the site does this with all the fabrics). Cut exactly to the requested size. Fast delivery too (Tas). And good communication with delivery as well. Definitely going to purchase from silk world again. Photo below has my rose coloured satin dress i am altering that the organza rose tea in the middle; fabric folded over four times.

  • Miriam Tawadros

    ★★★★★

    Matthew from Silk World went above and beyond to assist me in sourcing the perfect colour to suit my skin tone, and the best material that’ll work best with the design I had in mind. Matt helped me prior to me visiting the store by answering questions on the phone and sending through photos. Needless to say his thorough assistance followed through the whole way. Exceptional and genuine customer service! My family and I will be back for sure! Thanks again Matt :)

  • Goddess

    ★★★☆☆

    There were marks on the silk when it arrived. I emailed immediatley explaining the problem & they said they’d get back to me. A week later still hadn’t heard back UPDATE : they are sending out a replacement but I have to pay to return the damaged fabric. So, 2 metres of $40 /m fabric, has now cost me over $100.

Frequently asked questions

  • Kew mixes local village shops with larger centres nearby. Silk World is one retail listing — use Google Maps for centre hours, anchor stores, and parking. Check Google Maps or contact the venue directly for the latest hours, access details, and visitor information in Kew.