The Best Silk Pillowcases, Tested and Approved by Glamour Editors

Sizes: Standard, queen, king / Colors: 21 options / Closure: Zipper / Material: 100% silk / Momme: 22 momme

• Pros: Lots of colors; durable construction; high-quality silk
• Cons: Wrinkles easily; stains are visible
• Care: Hand-wash or machine-wash on a gentle cycle; lay flat to dry.

Editor review: Blissy’s pillowcase is a favorite among reviewers and Glamour staffers alike; four of our colleagues recommend it as a top-notch option for skin and hair. At 22 momme, it’s plenty soft but not overly expensive. “I’ve used my Blissy pillowcase for more than three years, and it’s withstood countless washes. While it did begin to tatter and lose its luster over time, it was still super-soft,” Glamour’s Schwartz says. “It’s cool to the touch (perfect for hot sleepers), but it does wrinkle easily–even more so than the Slip, which it's often compared to, as you can see from the photo. So if you care about the look of your bed, it’s best to hide it behind a decorative pillow or steam it after washing.” The big drawback, she says, is a sharp zipper, so make sure you tuck the pull in before heading off to bed. (Plenty of people wonder whether Blissy or Slip is better, and our staff is evenly divided. Both offer the same zipper closure, which can be more secure and less wrinkle-prone than envelope closures. Blissy, however, offers more than double the color options Slip does.)

Sizes: Standard, queen, king / Colors: 4 options / Closure: Envelope / Material: 100% silk / Momme: 25 momme

• Pros: Oeko-Tex-certified; luxuriously soft
• Cons: Large external tag
• Care: Hand-wash or machine-wash on a gentle cycle; lay flat or tumble-dry on low.

Editor review: This mulberry silk pillowcase is one of the softest we’ve had the pleasure of sleeping on, and our testers say they’ve seen (albeit slight) skin improvements after longtime use. “This 25-momme pillowcase really helps my skin. I can actually feel the difference between this and my cotton pillowcase, which soaks up my beauty products,” says Glamour contributor Khaliha Hawkins. “Yes, my head slips and slides on the pillow, but my face no longer feels dry or dehydrated when I wake up.” At $46 a pop, it’s in the middle of the pack pricewise, but it’s as well-made as the more expensive items on this list. The only drawback? There’s a large tag on the outer corner that can get annoying.

Sizes: Queen, king / Colors: 10 options / Closure: Envelope / Material: 100% silk / Momme: 22 momme

• Pros: Great colors; true mulberry silk; machine-washable
• Cons: External stitched logo
• Care: Hand-wash or machine-wash on a gentle cycle; lay flat to dry.

Editor review: Drowsy’s mulberry silk offers a nice, thick weight and vibrant colors. “My navy blue pillowcase still looks great after putting it through the washing machine over three months, which not every option can say. It’s also not too slippery, meaning I’m not constantly falling off of it during the night," commerce editor Smith says. “I struggle with frequent zits and breakouts, and I noticed a real difference in my skin’s overall demeanor while testing this option. That’s not to say my pimples disappeared entirely, but they slowed down enough for me to notice a change. I don’t love the gigantic interior tag or the external logo, but these are nitpicks. It can wrinkle significantly, but a quick pass with a steamer returns the silk to almost new.” The brand is also a favorite among our editors; Drowsy took home the title of best sleep mask at the 2023 Glamour Beauty & Wellness Awards.

Sizes: Standard, queen, king / Colors: 13 options / Closure: Envelope / Material: 100% silk / Momme: 25 momme

• Pros: Relatively inexpensive; durable; no external branding
• Cons: Shrinks unless you line-dry it
• Care: Dry-clean, hand-wash, or machine-wash on a gentle cycle; lay flat to dry.

Editor review: This pillowcase’s material is soft, of course, but it has a nice weight that helps resist abrasion from sleeping and washing. The brand also offers 19- and 30-momme silk pillowcases at lower and higher price points, respectively, but this middle option is our overall pick. “After using this 25-momme pure mulberry silk pillowcase, I get why people invest in more luxurious fabrics,” says Glamour contributor Lindsay Schallon. “Not only does sleeping on this feel like the equivalent of staying the night at a fancy hotel, but waking up in the morning is significantly better because I hardly have to touch my wavy hair. The fact that my skin feels more revitalized is just the cherry on top.” Another fan is Glamour’s Smith: “In my experience with silk pillowcases, this is the most luxurious. Another bonus? There’s no external branding.”

Sizes: Queen, king, boudoir / Colors: 10 options / Closure: Envelope / Material: 100% silk / Momme: 22 momme

• Pros: Shiny finish; 100% silk; solid momme count; cooling feel
• Cons: Wrinkles easily expensive
• Care: Hand-wash; lay flat to dry.

Editor review: If you prefer an extra-silky feel, Branché’s slick, shiny pillowcase is your best bet. It’s one of the most expensive options on the market, but it backs up the price with high-quality material (it’s 100% silk and has a high momme count), a luxuriously sleek finish, and a variety of rich shades. “I tested it out with both wet and dry uncovered hair, and I woke up on both days with hair that looked barely touched,” says Glamour contributor Brionna Jimerson, who has curly hair. “I also also kept cooler at night.” It’s more wrinkle-prone than other pillowcases, but that high-shine look (and its skin- and hair-smoothing powers) are worth the extra steaming. There’s an external tag, but it’s tiny and hidden on the back side of the envelope closure.

Sizes: Standard, king / Colors: 7 options / Closure: Envelope / Material: 100% silk / Momme: Unlisted

• Pros: Seasonal colors available; durable silk
• Cons: Unlisted momme
• Care: Machine-wash cold; lay flat to dry.

Editor review: A favorite of Glamour beauty editor Ariana Yaptangco, Brooklinen’s under-$60 pillowcase comes in four core colors (including a celestial print featuring shooting stars), plus some seasonal choices. “I love the luxurious feel of a silk pillowcase, and Brooklinen’s are standouts in my robust bedding collection (their silk scrunchies are a staple in my morning and night routines as well),” says Audrey Lee, a commerce editor at Architectural Digest. “The material has a lovely sheen to it, and it feels incredibly gentle on my skin and hair. Available in both solid hues and charming patterns, these pillowcases still look great even after several washes (and run-ins with stains).”

Sizes: Queen / Colors: 1 option / Closure: Zipper / Material: 100% silk / Momme: Unlisted

• Pros: Lack of external branding; wrinkle-resistant finish
• Cons: Only available in queen size; no momme measure given
• Care: Machine-wash cold on a gentle cycle; tumble-dry low.

Editor review: Lunya makes some of our favorite washable silk pajamas, so it’s only natural that the brand would also make a standout pillowcase. The velvety-smooth feel holds up after multiple washes. “It’s cooler and less wrinkle-prone than a ton of other options I’ve felt,” Glamour’s Smith says, “and I love that the only external branding is an unmarked piece of ribbon sewn to the envelope closure. It’s only available in white and in queen size, which isn’t a problem for me but might not be ideal for people with smaller or larger beds.” Another quirk is that Lunya doesn’t actually list the momme, although the pillowcase is made entirely from silk.

Sizes: Standard, queen, king / Colors: 11 options / Closure: Envelope / Material: 100% silk / Momme: 19 momme

• Pros: Affordable price; plenty of colors and patterns; monogramming available
• Cons: No zip closure; low momme count; wrinkly over time
• Care: Hand-wash cold or dry clean; hang to dry.

Editor review: When you want to try a silk pillowcase but you don’t want to shell out for the highest-quality silk for your very first purchase, Lilysilk’s 19-momme option is a great beginner pick. “Of all the cheaper silk pillowcases I tested, this one gets the least wrinkled,” says Glamour’s Schwartz. “However, after about six months of use, it did start to get more wrinkled after washes, and it has begun to lose it's sheen (and accrue some stains). Initially, though, it helped preserve my hair overnight (I have curly hair that I flatiron straight), but it might be time to replace it. That said, it still feels as sumptuously soft as it did on day one.” Also worth noting: The envelope closure doesn't totally conceal the pillow the way a zip closure does. Gift shopping? You can add a monogram for $9 on the Lilysilk site.

Sizes: Standard, queen, king / Colors: 10 options / Closure: Zipper / Material: 100% silk / Momme: 22 momme

• Pros: Concealed zipper; inexpensive
• Cons: Sizing runs small
• Care: Hand-wash or machine-wash in lukewarm water on a gentle cycle; lay flat to dry.

Editor review: This silk pillowcase is the current favorite of Glamour’s Calle. “The softness of this pillowcase makes me feel like a rich lady,” she says. “It’s been through many washes and hasn’t lost its velvety feel. And as someone who dreads laundry days, I appreciate the zipper on the side for faster bed-making.” Reviewers note that the sizing is a little off, so be sure to size up if your pillow is a plusher version.

Sizes: Standard, queen, king / Colors: 12 options / Closure: Zipper / Material: 100% silk / Momme: 22 momme

Pros: Tons of colors; relatively affordable price
Cons: Can lose its luster after washing
Care: Hand-wash; lay flat to dry.

Editor review: Multiple Glamour editors own (and love) this pick, which comes in 12 vibrant shades. “I tend to get bedhead since my hair is naturally curly, but this 22-momme silk pillowcase keeps everything in one place, tangle- and crease-free as I sleep,” says Glamour contributor Andrea Navarro. “With its $40 price point, it’s great value for money (and it certainly doesn’t hurt that the brand has a 365-day return window).” Meanwhile, Glamour’s Smith appreciates that this case “isn’t too slippery for comfortable sleep,” although he warns that it doesn’t fare well in a washing machine: “Mine lost much of its luster when I put it in the machine, so I’d recommend hand-washing and line-drying.” Plus, it’s newly available in a queen size, making this one of the more versatile options on the market.

Sizes: Standard, king / Colors: 5 options / Closure: Zipper / Material: 100% silk / Momme: 22 momme

• Pros: Option to add a monogram; piping on edges; hidden zipper closure
• Cons: No queen size; should be hand-washed
• Care: Hand-wash cold; lay flat to dry.

Editor review: Hill House, the brand behind the iconic nap dress, is underrated in the bedding department. Beyond its seriously soft mulberry silk, this pillowcase stands apart for its meticulous design: There’s contrast piping around the edges, and you can even add a monogram for an additional $15. “There’s a hidden zipper closure to make sure the pillow doesn’t slip out, which is a tiny but game-changing detail if you’re used to pillow inserts sliding out of their envelope closures,” says Glamour contributor and Vogue senior commerce editor Talia Abbas. Better yet, the cute pattern will hide stains and wear.

Sizes: Standard/queen, king, boudoir / Colors: 10 options / Closure: Zipper / Material: 100% polyester / Momme: N/A

• Pros: Affordable; tons of colors and patterns
• Cons: Not real silk; isn’t cooling
• Care: Machine-wash inside out on a gentle cycle; lay flat or tumble-dry on low.

Editor review: While this pillowcase is made from luxe polyester satin, not natural silk, it still deserves a spot on this list for its hair- and skin-smoothing powers. “I still can’t really tell the difference between Kitsch’s satin and actual silk, at least in terms of feel,” Glamour’s Smith says. “Since using it, I’ve started waking up with fewer blemishes and no bedhead or tangles. The biggest difference between this and more expensive options is that it isn’t as temperature-regulating or cool to the touch—not ideal if you need a cool feel for your best night’s sleep—but it’s also way less wrinkly each morning.”

Sizes: Standard / Colors: 1 option / Closure: Envelope / Material: 100% polyester / Momme: N/A

• Pros: Thick material; designed specifically to fight wrinkles
• Cons: Not real silk; only available in standard size
• Care: Machine-wash; tumble-dry low or lay flat to dry.

Editor review: Architectural Digest’s Lee recommends this vegan antiaging pillowcase, which claims to minimize wrinkles and fine lines after four weeks of use and up to 100 washes. “While I can’t tell for certain whether or not its claims of better skin are working for me, I do notice that my skin loves the feel of the material and is never irritated the next morning,” she says. It’s not made from silk, but it’s still slick enough to offer the same results for hair and skin. (Read more about this difference below.)

Sizes: Standard, queen, king, toddler, throw, body / Colors: 33 options / Closure: Zipper / Material: 100% silk / Momme: 19 momme

• Pros: Lots of colors; readily available on Amazon
• Cons: Reviewers note the material is thin
• Care: Hand-wash or machine-wash on a gentle cycle; line dry.

Reddit review: Ask Reddit for silk pillowcase recommendations and you’ll come up with one answer: Go with random Amazon brands. This Zimasilk pick, which has earned more than 36,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, is the top recommendation in two popular Reddit threads about silk pillowcases. Why? It’s relatively affordable, readily available, and easy enough to maintain. “It sleeps cool and my hair is way less frizzy in the morning. However, it is very thin,” one Redditor writes in r/BuyItForLife. Amazon reviewers agree: “These pillowcases are durable, look great on your bed, and are so soft to the touch. They withstand washing and smell great if you follow washing instructions. We live in a warm climate so we don’t need them to be thicker, but if they were that would be a welcome change,” one writes.