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    Learn More About Sheets & Pillowcases

    As you shop for a new sheet set, here’s what you need to know about each different type of fabric and how it feels as you slumber. Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowcases are light and often considered the pinnacle material for their superior softness, durability, and breathability.


    • Linen sheets and pillowcases: If you’re a tornado in the night that tosses and kicks the sheets off, you might enjoy linen sheets that breathe well and help keep you cool throughout the night. Linen feels heavier than most other sheets, making them ideal for those who sleep with weighted blankets or who like to feel a bit of gentle pressure on top of them.
    • Flannel sheets and pillowcases: Many people love to have a set of flannel sheets for the winter and a lighter, cooler set for the summer. They have a fluffier texture and are ideal if your home temperatures scale with the seasons or you love to feel toasty when you sleep.
    • Silk sheets and pillowcases: For a touch of luxury, try silk pillowcases and sheets to feel like you’re sleeping on a cloud. Slip pillowcases are a popular style that uses mulberry silk to reduce the friction against your skin for a velvety smooth feel. Silk pillowcases for hair are also popular as they reduce the friction against your hair and help minimize breakage and frizz.
    • Satin sheets and pillowcases: Similar to silk, this material is soft and luxurious but offers a more glossy look and feel. Satin pillowcases are a popular addition to your bed, even if you prefer linen or cotton sheets, as satin shares many benefits as silk but doubles as a decorative pillow thanks to its distinctive sheen.

    Like a sleepy sandwich, the bottom slice is your fitted sheet, which hugs the edges of your bed, you snooze in the middle, and the flat sheet rests on top. It’s popular to have matching fitted and flat sheets to style your bed as a single decor item but break it up with decorative pillows, throws, and bed runners. Sheet sets are an easy way to have everything match and take the guesswork out of ‘does this go with that?’