Luxury Pillowcases

How to Choose Luxury Pillow Cases

Luxury pillow cases should bring comfort to your sleep and complement your bedding’s overall style. Fabric, weave, and size shape the right pair.

Cotton is a popular choice because it is breathable, durable, and easy to care for. Within cotton, the weave changes the feel: sateen has a smooth, silky finish, while percale feels crisp and cool. Linen offers a relaxed, textured feel that softens over time.

Which Pillowcase Fabric Is Best for You?

The best pillowcase fabric depends on your sleep preferences. Breathable percale or linen suits warm sleepers, while sateen caters to those who prefer a silky texture.

Peacock Alley’s pillowcase fabric guide compares silk, linen, percale, and sateen to outline how each material feels and performs.

If you want to coordinate the rest of the bedding, choose pillowcases from the same collection as your sheet set.

Standard vs. King Pillow Cases

Standard and King pillowcases are designed to fit different pillow sizes. Choosing the right one keeps the fabric smooth and well-fitted around the pillow. Standard pillow cases are designed for standard-size pillows, while King pillow cases are longer to fit King pillows.

Check the product page for exact measurements, since dimensions vary by collection. Some Peacock Alley pillowcases are sold in pairs and may include added details such as a cuff or a corded edge.

If you use pillow protectors underneath your cases, choose the same size so the layers fit together properly. Peacock Alley also offers pillow protectors in Standard and King sizes.