Choose the Right Pillow Sizes for Your Bedroom

Sleeping well depends greatly on choosing the right pillow. This includes different materials and firmness levels, but also different pillow sizes. The standard pillow size is 60 x 70 centimetres, but the ideal size for you depends on your sleeping preferences. Besides comfort, you can also play with different sizes to style your bedroom. Pillows are very important for the overall look and feel of your sleep space. By placing pillows in different sizes on your bed, you instantly create a hotel chic feel. Choose the right pillowcase sizes and you can give your bed a quick makeover in no time!

Different Pillow Sizes: How to Choose the Right One

The most important pillow in the bedroom is, of course, your sleeping pillow. The right pillow size is essential for a good night’s sleep and proper support for your neck and head. Although different sizes are common around the world, the 60 x 70 pillow is the most popular size in the Netherlands.

A 60 x 70 pillow usually offers the best balance of comfort and support. Depending on your sleeping position, a different size may suit you better. You can also style your bed with decorative pillows in various sizes. This instantly gives your bedroom a stylish, hotel chic look. Below is a useful overview of the most common pillow sizes.

Type of Pillow	Pillow Size
Standard Pillow	60 x 70 cm
Side Sleeper Pillow	35 x 160 cm
Large Rectangular Pillow	70 x 90 cm
Children’s Pillow	50 x 60 cm
Decorative Pillow	45 x 45, 50 x 50, 40 x 60 cm

Also Choose the Right Pillowcase Sizes

Just like pillow sizes, choosing the right pillowcase sizes is important for creating a comfortable and well-made bed. A pillowcase that fits properly prevents the pillow from slipping or excess fabric bunching up. The pillowcase size should always match the size of your pillow. For a 60 x 70 pillow, for example, choose a pillowcase in the same size: 60 x 70 cm.

Style Your Bedroom with Sleeping and Decorative Pillows

When styling your bedroom with pillows, it’s a good idea to make your bed with different pillow styles and sizes. Alongside standard sleeping pillows, you can choose decorative pillows in various sizes and materials — and even mix different shapes. This not only adds comfort but also gives your bedroom a chic look in an instant, just like in a hotel.

There are many ways to style pillows. If you prefer a minimalist look, choose extra pillows in the same colour as your bedding, but vary the materials. A combination of linen, cotton satin and perhaps a flannel pillowcase creates a stylish mix of textures without looking too busy. If you prefer a more playful and cosy look, go for a generous row of pillows. Mix different pillow sizes and pillowcases in various colours and prints for a relaxed, inviting feel.

Sustainable Pillows and Pillowcases

Do you want comfort and style, but also want to make a sustainable and responsible choice? Then it’s important to look at the origin and materials of your pillows and pillowcases. Our cotton pillowcases, for example, carry the Global Organic Textile Standard and Fairtrade certifications. This means the cotton is 100% organic and sourced under fair trade conditions. Our linen is also an exceptionally sustainable choice. In fact, producing 1 kilo of linen for our collection requires around 90% less water than producing 1 kilo of conventional (non-organic) cotton.

Extra nice to know: at Yumeko, you’ll find pillowcases and pillows in many different sizes — all equally sustainable. Soft for you and soft for the planet. That’s what we call Change the World Sleeping.