Vintage Linen Pillowcase Single

The Vintage Linen Pillowcase is 100% linen, woven using a 28 single-metric yarn in both the warp and the weft for a balanced weave that is soft and sturdy. Each pillowcase is garment-washed and dyed using non-toxic dyes at MATTEO's dye house in Los Angeles. The washing process opens and penetrates the linen fibers, producing a lived-in softness from the first night rather than the stiffness associated with unwashed linen.

Linen is naturally hypoallergenic and antimicrobial, which makes it well-suited for sensitive skin. The fiber is also moisture-absorbent and thermoregulating: it keeps you cool when temperatures rise and holds warmth when they drop. For hot sleepers, linen breathes more readily than cotton, and the Vintage Linen weave is specifically balanced to maintain airflow without sacrificing durability.

The Vintage Linen Pillowcase is available in Queen (20 x 33 inches / 51 x 84 cm) and King (20 x 39 inches / 51 x 99 cm). MATTEO does not offer a Standard size pillowcase; a Queen pillowcase works well with a standard pillow insert, with a bit of extra length at the open end that can be tucked in for a clean look or taken to a seamstress for a simple alteration.

A pillowcase loosely encases the pillow insert and is open on one side, making it easy to slip on and off. A sham is more fitted and uses a closure, such as a flap, zipper, or button, to keep the pillow insert in place. The Vintage Linen Pillowcase uses the open-side construction with a minimal 1/4-inch hem; darker colorways also have a contrasting white topstitch detail. If you want a more structured, fitted look for decorative pillows, MATTEO's linen shams are the better choice.

Linen grows noticeably softer with each wash. The Vintage Linen's garment-washing process gives it a head start by pre-softening the fibers before the pillowcase reaches you, so the initial texture is already broken in. Over months and years of regular use, the fabric continues to relax and develop a finer hand. This is one of the reasons linen bedding, cared for properly, can last far longer than cotton.

Wash in lukewarm water with a gentle detergent and a cool rinse, separating light and dark colors. Do not use bleach or products containing chlorine bleach, alpha hydroxy acids, or benzoyl peroxide, as these whitening agents break down the reactive garment dyes. Tumble dry on low heat and remove promptly to reduce wrinkling; line drying gives the best result. If you prefer a crisper look, press while slightly damp on the Linen or High iron setting. For a full explanation of the garment-dyeing process, visit MATTEO's garment-dyeing guide.

These pillowcases are garment-dyed, which means color is applied after weaving rather than to the yarn beforehand. Because garment-dyeing is an artisanal process, MATTEO allows for a shade variation of plus or minus 10% from dye lot to dye lot. Two pillowcases ordered in the same color at different times may read as slightly different tones. As samples from the MATTEOX clearance selection, individual pieces may also show characteristics such as off-color shades or faded edges, which are noted in the product's limited-availability terms.

The Vintage Linen Pillowcase is a long-running part of MATTEO's core collection, designed and manufactured in Los Angeles with the kind of material provenance and artisanal finish that reads well in design-forward bedrooms. The 100% linen construction, non-toxic dye process, and garment-washed finish align with the material standards interior designers typically specify for quality residential projects. As a gift, individual pillowcases also allow recipients to mix colors or add to an existing Vintage Linen set, which makes them a considered choice for a registry or a housewarming.