I bought this as a wrap for a wedding and it worked perfectly. It is not a shiny raw silk, but more of a matte texture and was beautiful with my dress.
I have purchased many of these beautiful scarves. I have kept 2 of different colors for myself and have given several as gifts to friends and family. They hand wash well. They are the perfect size to add a pop of color to an outfit and perfect amount of warmth around the shoulders and neck.