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Mulberry Silk Black Pillowcase | 100% Silk Black Pillow Case | Silk Black Pillow Slip

The mulberry silk pillowcase in black, 22 momme, 51cm x 76cm.

Same silk and same price as every other colour in the range. Hidden zip, machine washable.

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100% Mulberry Silk
22 Momme Weight
Hidden Zip Closure
51cm x 76cm

Specifications

Material100% mulberry silk
ColourBlack
Weight22 momme
Size51cm x 76cm
ClosureHidden zip
CareMachine washable on a cold gentle cycle

Frequently Asked Questions

Does black silk fade faster than the lighter colours?

Dark dyes show fading sooner than pale ones because there is more colour to lose. Wash it cold and keep it out of direct sunlight to dry.

Will it show lint or hair?

A light-coloured hair will show on black more than on white, which is the reverse of the marks problem. Silk sheds lint far less than cotton does, so it is rarely an issue.

Does black look too harsh with white bedding?

It reads as deliberate rather than harsh, because silk carries a sheen that flat black cotton does not.

Is black the best colour if I use hair oil?

It is the most forgiving, along with brown. Oil and cream marks that would be visible on white are effectively invisible until the next wash.

Is this the same pillowcase as the other colours?

Yes. Every colour in the range is the same 100% mulberry silk at 22 momme, 51cm x 76cm, with the same hidden zip and the same price. Only the colour differs.

What does 22 momme mean?

It is how silk weight is measured, the way thread count is used for cotton. This pillowcase is 22 momme.

Is it real silk?

Yes, 100% mulberry silk on both faces. Satin is a weave rather than a fibre, so a satin pillowcase is often polyester. We sell that separately and it is a different fabric, not a cheaper version of this.

What size is it and how does it close?

51cm x 76cm, which fits a standard European or UK pillow, with a hidden zip along one edge so the pillow stays inside and nothing presses against your face.

Can I machine wash it?

Yes. Cold water, gentle cycle, mild detergent, no bleach, then line dry or tumble dry on low. Wash a strong colour separately the first time.

Will the colour fade?

Not quickly, if you wash it cold and keep it out of direct sun to dry. Hot water and sunlight are what pull colour out of dyed silk.

Does black go with everything?

It is the most forgiving colour in the range on patterned or coloured bedding, and the one people buy when they do not want the pillowcase to be the feature.

Does it look different in daylight?

Black silk reads deeper in the folds than a screen can convey, and it shows the sheen more than a matt fabric would.

Will it mark?

Water spots show on black more than on the pale colours if it dries unevenly. Hang it properly and it is not an issue.

Does it fade in sunlight?

Deep dyes fade faster in direct sun than pale ones. Dry it in the shade.

Is black warmer to sleep on?

No. The colour does not change the fabric, and we make no temperature claim for it.

Which colour do most people pair it with?

That is up to you. Black and silver work well together, one on each side of the bed.

Is the silk the same on both sides?

Yes, mulberry silk on both faces. There is no cotton or polyester backing, which is what some cheaper 'silk' pillowcases do.

Will it fit my pillow?

It is 51cm x 76cm, which is the standard European and UK pillow size. A continental square 65cm x 65cm pillow will not fit.

How does it close?

A hidden zip along one edge, so nothing shows and the pillow stays in.

Does the zip scratch?

It sits inside a fabric flap rather than against your face. It is the reason a zip is better than an envelope closure on a pillowcase you sleep on.

Can it go in the tumble dryer?

No. Hang it to dry away from direct heat and sunlight. Silk dries quickly and heat is what shortens its life.

Does it need ironing?

Rarely. If you want it flat, iron on the reverse at a cool setting. A hot iron glazes silk and the mark does not come out.

Will it shrink?

Not if you wash it cold. Hot water is the risk with any natural fibre.

How often should I wash it?

About as often as a cotton pillowcase, so once a week or so. Wash it cold and gently.

What detergent should I use?

A mild one, ideally a silk detergent. No bleach, and nothing with optical brighteners or enzymes, which are what actually damage silk.

How long will it last?

We do not promise a lifespan. Heat, bleach and direct sunlight are what age silk, so wash it cold and dry it in the shade.

Is it hypoallergenic?

We make no such claim. Anyone with a diagnosed silk allergy should avoid it.

Will it stop wrinkles or help my skin?

No, and we have taken that claim off this site. We make no skin, hair or anti-ageing claim for it.

How much is delivery?

One pillowcase sits under the €75 threshold, so delivery is €25 unless you add something else. Two clear it and ship free.

Can I return it?

Yes, 14 days from delivery to change your mind under EU consumer law, unused and in resaleable condition.

Buying Guide

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Why people choose black

Black is the practical colour in this range, and it is bought for two quite different reasons. The first is upkeep. If you use hair oil, leave-in conditioner, retinol or a heavy night cream, those transfer onto whatever your head rests on. On white silk they show as a faint bloom until the next wash. On black they do not show at all.

The second reason is how it looks. Black silk is not the same as black cotton. Cotton absorbs light and reads flat, close to charcoal in a dim room. Silk reflects along the weave, so a black silk case carries a visible sheen and shifts as you move past it. On a made bed it reads as deliberate rather than severe.

What black does not do well

It shows light-coloured hair and any lint it picks up from the wash. Silk sheds far less lint than cotton, so this is rarely a real problem, but if you dry it alongside towels you will see the result. Dry it on its own or with other silk.

Deep dyes also show fading before pale ones do, simply because there is more colour to lose. Cold water, no bleach, and drying out of direct sunlight help keep it dark. Sunlight is the main culprit: a black case dried on a line in full sun through a summer will go noticeably softer in tone.

Living with it

Black works against white bedding, grey bedding and natural linen. Against cream it can look slightly hard, and against a warm yellow light it loses some of the depth that makes it worth having. If you are buying two, black and silver work well together.

The rest of the range

Every colour is the same 100% mulberry silk at 22 momme, 51cm x 76cm, with a hidden zip, and every one costs EUR 49. You can see all eleven together on the mulberry silk pillowcase page. For a less expensive fabric, the satin pillowcase is a different weave rather than a lesser version of this one.

We make no skin, hair, medical, anti-ageing or hypoallergenic claims for it.

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A 100% mulberry silk pillowcase in black from Silk Pyjamas Europe, 22 momme, 51cm x 76cm, with a hidden zip closure, EUR 49. The same pillowcase is available in ten other colours at the same price. Machine washable on a cold gentle cycle. Silk Pyjamas Europe makes no medical, anti-ageing or hypoallergenic claims for this product. Ships across Europe, free over EUR 75.