Pillowcases - Buying Guide

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The bedding edit · Pillowcases

The finishing touch you feel every night. Find the shape that fits your pillow, then choose a surface and finish you enjoy resting against.

Silk Pillowcase Silver from Manchester Collection

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Silk Pillowcase Silver

Pictured: our Silver silk pillowcase. Check the listed dimensions and quantity against your pillow before choosing.

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01 / Start with your pillow

Three checks for a comfortable fit

  1. Measure the shape

    For a rectangle, measure across the short side and along the long side. For contoured or U-shaped pillows, compare the full shape and all supplied measurements.

  2. Allow for fullness

    A thick or contoured pillow may need extra room. Compare the case's stated dimensions and fit guidance, rather than relying on a size name alone.

  3. Check the opening

    Read about the envelope flap, zip or other closure. Choose an opening that is practical to remove and refit around your pillow.

Find the right size and shape

Pillowcase references vary by range. Check the selected listing for the final fit.
Style Measurements to check
Standard Often around 48 × 73 cm. Confirm the chosen case.
Queen Check the exact range. The 400 Thread Count Silver Queen pair is listed at 54 × 80 cm.
King Commonly 50 × 90 cm. Confirm the selected listing.
European A square case, commonly 65 × 65 cm.
U-shaped or contoured Match the shape and all supplied dimensions, rather than one length.

Decorative borders and shams can change the appearance without changing the pillow space inside. Check whether a listing is for a single case or pair, and whether decorative cases are included in a larger set.

02 / Choose the feel and finish

Compare fabric without the guesswork

Cotton, silk, blends and synthetic fabrics offer different finishes and care requirements. Percale and sateen are woven constructions; jersey is knitted. A fibre name alone does not guarantee durability, cooling or suitability for allergies.

For silk, check the actual composition and momme where stated. Satin describes a construction or finish and is not automatically silk. Choose the surface feel you prefer, alongside seams, finish and the practical details.

Thread count is one detail

For woven fabric, thread count relates to yarns counted over a stated measurement area. Counts using different areas are not directly comparable. Fibre, yarn, weave and finishing matter too; a higher number alone does not guarantee better quality. Use the relevant construction and weight details for knitted or silk products.

03 / Make care part of the choice

A case that suits your routine

Follow the exact label for wash temperature, detergent restrictions, drying and ironing. Silk and other delicate fabrics may need different treatment from cotton. A universal 40°C wash or tumble-dry setting does not suit every pillowcase.

If you are considering silk, read our silk pillowcase care guide before choosing.

04 / Finish your bed

Shop by the fit you need

Everyday and decorative cases

Compare the full range by shape, composition and colour, then check the selected measurements.

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Queen or King pillows

Use the Queen collection or King collection as a starting point; dimensions vary by range.

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The feel of silk

Compare stated composition, momme, fit and care. Select for the fabric experience you enjoy.

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A shaped pillow

Match a U-shaped or contoured pillow to the listed shape and dimensions before selecting your case.

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Pillowcase size guide

Find your pillowcase fit

Match the pillow first. Then choose the fabric and finish.

Standard pillowcase illustration.

Standard

48 × 73 cm

King pillowcase illustration.

King

50 × 90 cm

European pillowcase illustration.

European

65 × 65 cm

Reference sizes; check the chosen range. Illustrations not to scale.

Read the finished dimensions. Check one case or a pair.
Manchester Collection · THE BEDDING EDIT

The right fit, down to the finishing touch.

Use your pillow measurements to find a case in the fabric and colour you enjoy.


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