Pillowcases

The pillowcase style you choose shapes the whole look of the bed. A housewife pillowcase is the neat classic: a plain sewn edge that fits the pillow closely, right for everyday use and crisp, simple beds. An Oxford pillowcase adds a flat fabric border around the edge, a frame that gives the bed a fuller, more decorative finish. A Continental, the large square, sits behind the sleeping pillows as a backdrop and is the foundation of the layered, hotel style bed. Most beautifully made beds use a combination: Continentals behind, Oxfords in front, housewives to sleep on. In fabric, Egyptian cotton percale gives a cool, crisp touch and sateen a softer sheen, pure linen brings relaxed texture, and brushed flannelette adds warmth for winter. Our collection includes Peter Reed, the Lancashire maker supplying Royal residences since 1861, alongside Woods own ranges woven to our specification.

Our luxury pillowcases are woven to a high standard, then finished with precise stitching so they sit neatly on the pillow without twisting or sagging. Choose classic housewife pillowcases for a simple, tailored look or oxford pillowcases with a smart border that frames the bed and works beautifully with both crisp duvet covers and classic bedspreads.

You can pair these designs with supportive pillows and bolsters and a base of luxury bed linen to create a bed that feels balanced, comfortable and genuinely restful. Italian and Egyptian cotton options in this collection are selected for breathability and lasting quality rather than fashion.

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