Upgrade Your Bed-scape With the Best Silk Pillowcases
The health benefits of silk pillowcases have long been heralded—namely, less damaged and frizzy hair, as well as the prevention of the dreaded bedhead, through reducing friction. Some claims go as far as promising less wrinkles, regulated body temperature, and more hydrated skin. We’re not doctors, but it sounds appealing.
The TL;DR is this: A silk pillow feels good. When it comes to whether or not to invest in one for yourself, this seems to be the strongest, most substantiated promise. Swapping the ratty cotton pillowcases you never upgraded after undergrad is an easy way to feel grown up. Don’t expect magical results, but do expect a feeling of comfort and smoothness. We’ve rounded up eleven excellent options for silk pillowcases to inspire your most luxe night of beauty sleep yet.
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- 1/16
Hill House Sisi Silk Pillowcase
Yes, Hill House is home to some iconic nap dresses, but it also has bedding! Long before Hill House Home was outfitting the majority of the West Village, Nell Diamond and her crew were crafting gorgeous duvet covers, sheet sets, and other bedding options with an Eloise At The Plaza flair. A patterned silk pillowcase with a hidden zipper from the brand just feels special.
- 3/16
Casper Silk Pillowcase
Casper is a reliable brand for all your sleeping needs, so of course it would have a selection of silk pillowcases available as well. The pillowcases also come with a matching silk sleep mask, for when only the most deluxe will do. The mask and pillowcase set is available in a variety of rich colors, and you can select two different sizes for the case itself: a standard or king size.
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- 5/16
Slip White Queen Zippered Pillowcase
Slip is an OG in the silk space, offering some of the highest quality scrunchies, eye masks, and, of course, pillowcases. Available in eight colors with a seal of approval from almost every outlet, a Slip silk pillowcase is a safe bet.
6/16Parachute Silk Pillowcase
It goes without saying that we’re pretty big fans of Parachute products here at Clever, whether it comes to its furniture or its bedding. And its silk pillowcase made of 25-momme mulberry silk, available in two different sizes and colors, is no different. As with many of the other options on this list, this bedding is Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified, which means it’s free of any harmful chemicals or other synthetics. It’s a basic and classic pick from a reliable brand.
- 7/16
Brooklinen Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
Brooklinen is a go-to bedding brand at Clever, so it stands to reason that its 100% mulberry silk pillowcase would find a spot on this roundup. The company approaches its silk product old-school—all its silkworms are given an exclusively mulberry-leaf diet to ensure the highest of quality. It comes in two different sizes—king and standard size—and you can pick from over five different limited edition and staple color options and patterns. Just looking at the star-patterned case makes us want to catch some z’s.
8/16Tuft & Needle Silk Pillowcase
Already have a Tuft & Needle mattress that you’re a huge fan of? We get it, we are too. Try out the brand’s 100% Mulberry silk pillowcase that’s super cool and gentle to sleep on (especially ideal if you’re a hot sleeper). It comes in two colors—a pleasant cream and a deep navy-black hue—and you can get it for a 100-night sleep trial if you’re not totally sure about the investment.
- 9/16
Lilysilk Lilysoft Ultra Soft Non-Colorants Silk Pillowcase
Another budget pick for those who don’t want to drop a whole lot on this luxury bedding, Lilysilk’s entire brand is based on creating accessibly priced silk pieces that feel more high-end than they cost, and doing so while producing as little waste as possible. Why not opt for a pair made of silk that’s just a touch stretchier than other pillowcases, like Lilysilk’s 19-momme and 400-thread count pillowcase?
- 10/16
Silvi The Anti-Acne Silk Pillowcase
For those worried about hair care AND skin care, this pillow might be for you. Silvi is a brand that prides itself on a silk pillowcase that does more than just feel nice. In fact, the pillowcase is infused with silver to eliminate acne causing bacteria. As a bonus, there’s a discount applied to orders of multiple pillowcases.
- 11/16
The Ethical Silk Company Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
So you’re into the idea of a silk pillowcase but feel a little iffy on the production of silk itself? We get it. The Ethical Silk Company produces high-quality silk goods with intention. All packaging is recyclable, 10% of proceeds are donated, and runs are limited to meet the actual demand from customers. Each pillow is crafted from 19-momme-count silk made by extracting the silk from its cocoon after the moth has left. Each case also features an envelope closure.
- 12/16
Zimasilk 100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
While there are numerous benefits to purchasing a silk pillowcase, this particular type of bedding can get a bit expensive. So if you’re looking for an option that’s at a lower price point and that will get to you quickly, this top pick option by Zimasilk might be for you. It comes in six different sizes—including a body size, two different sizes for a toddler, and a queen size.
- 13/16
Fishers Finery Silk Pillowcase
Made from 100% long-strand, grade 6A pure mulberry silk, this pillowcase—available on Amazon—has over 5,000 five-star ratings, many of which laud how easy it is to care for. All you have to do is dry clean or hand-wash it, or machine-wash it on a gentle cycle in a mesh bag, and then lay it flat to air-dry.
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- 14/16
Italic Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
- 15/16
GingerChi Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
This silk pillowcase, which comes in a drawstring organza travel bag, might just solve the problem to all your gifting conundrums. Available in three colors, the pillowcase feels like the ideal solution for someone intimidated by embracing white silk. Not to worry—opt for champagne or silver grey instead. And if you’re concerned about upkeep, the website’s care instructions state that the pillowcase is machine washable (just make sure you’re using cold water), or you can hand-wash it. Plus, it’s super affordable.
- 16/16
My Mane Mane Silk Pillowcase
You can almost feel the 100%-momme pure Mulberry silk that makes up Mane’s iconic silk pillowcase. The brand recommends upgrading from a conventional cotton pillowcase, which can cause hair to tangle. Mane silk fabric helps reduce friction, “allowing your hair to glide smoothly” across the surface. This results in “smoother, healthier hair, decreasing frizz, unwanted knots, tangles, and split ends.” It offers a salve for a wide variety of hair types, including curly hair, coils, kinks, braids, and extensions, according to the retailer’s site. Mane also points out that dermatologists recommend silk pillowcases for sensitive skin, explaining that they can help prevent breakouts and irritation and allow your skin to keep moisture.
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